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    USS Normandy Deploys with the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group [Image 7 of 15]

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    An aerial view of a naval warship, likely a U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyer, firing its forward deck gun during a live-fire exercise at sea. A large plume of white smoke is visible emanating from the gun muzzle toward the starboard side, indicating a recent or ongoing discharge. Several crew members are visible on the forward deck near equipment and what appears to be a helicopter landing pad.

    ATLANTIC OCEAN

    10.07.2022

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Malachi Lakey 

    Carrier Strike Group 12

    221007-N-LK647-0210 ATLANTIC OCEAN—The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) fires its forward 5-inch gun during a Naval Surface Fire Support exercise while underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 7, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navy’s commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Malachi Lakey)

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    Date Taken: 10.07.2022
    Date Posted: 10.08.2022 11:36
    Photo ID: 7455966
    VIRIN: 221007-N-LK647-0210
    Resolution: 6430x4287
    Size: 994.3 KB
    Location: ATLANTIC OCEAN
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    Downloads: 7

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    Three naval personnel in blue coveralls and inflatable life vests are working on a red marker buoy (numbered 402) on the deck of a military vessel. They appear to be conducting maintenance or inspection of the buoy's equipment, including electronic components mounted on top. The scene takes place at dusk or dawn, with open ocean visible in the background alongside naval superstructure.
    Two naval personnel in blue coveralls are leaning over the railing of a military vessel at dusk or dawn, handling what appears to be a measurement pole or sounding rod over the side of the ship. The ocean is visible in the background with a warm horizon glow suggesting twilight conditions. The ship's superstructure and safety rigging are visible behind them.
    A U.S. Navy sailor identified by his name tag as the Navigator aboard USS Normandy CG-60 is speaking into a radio handset on what appears to be the ship's bridge. He is wearing a gold/tan baseball cap and dark olive Navy coveralls with a name tag reading 'NAVIGATOR USS NORMANDY CG 60.' Additional crew members are visible in the background in a dimly lit bridge environment.
    A naval service member stands at what appears to be the bridge of a military vessel, leaning on a console with hands clasped, illuminated by warm golden light likely from a sunset or sunrise. The setting is clearly a ship's bridge or combat information center, with overhead cables, equipment mounts, and bridge windows visible. A second crew member is visible in the background, focused on a task.
    A U.S. Navy sailor wearing a cap marked 'CG-60' is using a gyrocompass or bearing circle instrument on the bridge wing of a naval vessel. The image is taken during twilight or early dawn, with warm golden light illuminating the subject's face. The sailor's name tag and ship assignment patch are partially visible on their uniform.
    Two individuals are on the deck of a naval vessel, with one person looking through a large mounted binocular/optical instrument while another person in dark navy uniform assists or instructs by pointing. The setting appears to be a military ship's bridge wing or observation deck, identifiable by the gray steel structures and naval equipment visible in the background. The scene suggests a training or operational observation exercise.
    An aerial view of a naval warship, likely a U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyer, firing its forward deck gun during a live-fire exercise at sea. A large plume of white smoke is visible emanating from the gun muzzle toward the starboard side, indicating a recent or ongoing discharge. Several crew members are visible on the forward deck near equipment and what appears to be a helicopter landing pad.
    A close-in weapon system (CIWS), identifiable as a Phalanx Block 1B, is actively firing from the deck of a US Navy warship at sea. A visible plume of white gun smoke extends to the left of the barrel, indicating the weapon has just discharged. The ship appears to be underway on calm, open ocean under clear skies.
    Three individuals wearing matching navy blue uniforms are working at a woodworking workbench in what appears to be a military workshop or carpentry shop. The foreground subject, wearing safety glasses, is carefully marking or measuring a piece of wood with a pencil and square. The workspace is equipped with power tools and woodworking supplies.
    Two personnel are operating a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) on choppy open water. Both individuals are wearing red life vests and hard hats — one blue, one yellow — suggesting a military or coast guard maritime operation. The person on the right appears to be at the helm/steering wheel while the other assists with equipment.
    Two crew members are working together on the deck of a vessel to position or secure a metal boarding ladder/gangway near the ship's railing. Both individuals are wearing life vests — one orange and one blue — and dark work pants, indicating active maritime deck operations. A thick rope is attached to the ladder assembly, suggesting it is being rigged for deployment over the side of the ship.
    A young man wearing a blue coverall uniform and a dark life vest is leaning over a metal railing on the deck of a vessel at sea. He appears to be performing a task involving a rope or line secured to the railing. A second person in similar attire is visible in the blurred background.
    A man wearing an orange life vest stands on the deck of a vessel, shielding his eyes from the sun while looking into the distance. He holds a small red object in his other hand. A second crew member wearing a white hard hat is visible in the background near gray metal deck equipment.
    A gray rigid inflatable boat (RIB) is moving at high speed across open blue water, creating significant wake and spray. Four individuals are aboard, wearing orange life vests and at least one yellow hard hat, with a small American flag visible at the stern. The scene appears to be a military or coast guard operation based on the vessel type, gray color scheme, and personnel gear.
    Two personnel are aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) on open water, both wearing orange life vests. One individual wearing yellow-tinted sunglasses is holding a piece of equipment, while the other wears an orange safety helmet. The boat bears the number '4021' on an orange buoy/fender, and a larger vessel is visible alongside.

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