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    USS Indiana (SSN 789) Returns to Groton from Deployment [Image 8 of 10]

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    A military submarine is docked at a pier, decorated with a large yellow and blue lei or garland wrapped around its sail (conning tower), suggesting a commissioning or homecoming ceremony. Personnel in military uniforms are visible on the deck and on the adjacent pier structure. The vessel appears to be a modern nuclear-powered attack submarine of the U.S. Navy.

    GROTON, CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATES

    09.25.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Christian Bianchi 

    Submarine Readiness Squadron (SRS) 32

    200925-N-AY957-001 GROTON, Conn. (September 25, 2020) - The Virginia-class submarine USS Indiana (SSN 789) arrives at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn. Sept. 25. Indiana returned to homeport from its maiden six-month deployment in support of the Navy's maritime strategy - supporting national security interests and maritime security operations - in the 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Christian Bianchi/RELEASED)

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    Date Taken: 09.25.2020
    Date Posted: 09.25.2020 17:10
    Photo ID: 6370146
    VIRIN: 200925-N-AY957-156
    Resolution: 4608x3456
    Size: 5.54 MB
    Location: GROTON, CONNECTICUT, US
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    Downloads: 29

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    Six uniformed personnel stand in a line on the hull of a submarine at sea. All individuals are wearing orange life vests, dark uniforms, helmets, face masks, and safety harnesses. The image appears to be a formal or ceremonial lineup on the exterior deck of a submarine.
    Two personnel are standing on the deck of a submarine, near an open hatch with a circular pressure door visible. A white flag bearing a stylized armored fish or sea creature mascot is mounted on the deck. Both individuals are wearing face masks and safety gear appropriate for naval operations.
    Two personnel wearing orange life vests, black helmets, face masks, and blue gloves are carrying a large cardboard box decorated with blue bows and wrapped items aboard what appears to be a naval vessel. They are standing on a ship's deck near a railing with water visible in the background. The scene suggests a supply transfer or delivery operation conducted with COVID-19 safety precautions.
    A submarine is shown surfaced on open ocean waters with several crew members visible on the deck and atop the sail (conning tower). The vessel appears to be underway, with two masts/periscopes raised and a flag being displayed near the sail. A sailboat is visible in the background on the left side of the frame.
    A U.S. Navy submarine is navigating a waterway, decorated with a lei or garland around its sail, suggesting a homecoming or commissioning event. Several crew members are visible on the deck and atop the sail. A security escort vessel accompanies the submarine, with a large steel bridge and industrial port infrastructure visible in the background.
    A military submarine is navigating on the surface of a waterway with crew members visible on the hull and sail (conning tower). The submarine appears to be returning from deployment, indicated by the decorative garland on the sail and a flag being displayed. A large bridge structure is visible in the background along with a smaller escort vessel.
    A group of naval personnel are standing at attention on the hull of a surfaced submarine, likely during a formal arrival or departure ceremony. The crew members are dressed in dark naval uniforms with white caps, several wearing green safety vests. A white naval ensign or flag is mounted near what appears to be the conning tower area of the submarine.
    A military submarine is docked at a pier, decorated with a large yellow and blue lei or garland wrapped around its sail (conning tower), suggesting a commissioning or homecoming ceremony. Personnel in military uniforms are visible on the deck and on the adjacent pier structure. The vessel appears to be a modern nuclear-powered attack submarine of the U.S. Navy.
    A U.S. Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer is being embraced by what appears to be family members in a parking lot setting. All individuals are wearing face masks, suggesting this reunion took place during the COVID-19 pandemic period. A woman holding red roses and a child are both hugging the uniformed sailor in an emotional homecoming moment.
    A young woman wearing a floral hair bow appears emotional, wiping tears from her eye, as she faces a person in a U.S. Navy uniform holding wrapped roses and a stuffed animal. The scene appears to be a military homecoming or reunion taking place in a parking lot. The emotional exchange suggests a significant personal moment between the two individuals.

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