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    George Washington Strike Group Participates in Valiant Shield 2026 [Image 4 of 5]

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    An aerial photograph taken from beneath a military aircraft showing a naval formation of multiple warships sailing in open blue ocean. The formation includes what appear to be two aircraft carriers flanking the outer edges and several smaller escort vessels arranged in two parallel columns in the center. The image captures a large-scale naval exercise or transit operation under clear tropical skies.

    PHILIPPINE SEA

    06.20.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Tyler Crowley 

    USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73)

    USS George Washington Carrier Strike Group sails in formation with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force as part of Valiant Shield 2026 while underway in the Philippine Sea, June 21, 2026. U.S. Navy participants include Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Robert Smalls (CG 62), Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Shoup (DDG 86) and USS Benfold (DDG 65), and Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Minnesota (SSN 783). Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force participants include JS Kaga (DDH 184), JS Fuyuzuki (DD 118), and JS Jingei (SS 515). Valiant Shield is a biennial, multilateral field training exercise conducted by the U.S. Armed Forces and partner nations in the Western Pacific focusing on joint, cross-combatant integration operating seamlessly across sea, air, land, and cyberspace. Exercises like Valiant Shield allow U.S. Pacific Command the opportunity to integrate forces from all branches of service and with our allies to conduct precise, lethal, and overwhelming multi-domain effects that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the Joint Force and our commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tyler Crowley)

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    Date Taken: 06.20.2026
    Date Posted: 06.22.2026 14:04
    Photo ID: 9765155
    VIRIN: 260621-N-UM953-2177
    Resolution: 6719x4479
    Size: 4.75 MB
    Location: PHILIPPINE SEA
    Web Views: 119
    Downloads: 8

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    A formation of military jet aircraft flying over open ocean, photographed from above or from another aircraft. The jets are arranged in a V-shaped or arrowhead formation, with condensation trails visible behind several aircraft. The deep blue ocean below provides a stark contrast to the light-colored aircraft.
    An aerial photograph captures a large multinational naval and air formation exercise over open ocean. Multiple military jet aircraft fly in a V-shaped formation in the foreground, while numerous naval vessels including what appear to be aircraft carriers and escort ships sail in coordinated columns in the background. The image depicts a significant joint military exercise demonstrating combined sea and air power projection.
    An aerial photograph captures a large multinational naval and air power demonstration over open ocean. Multiple military aircraft fly in formation in the foreground while several warships, including what appear to be aircraft carriers and escort vessels, sail in formation in the background. The scene suggests a coordinated military exercise or show of force.
    An aerial photograph taken from beneath a military aircraft showing a naval formation of multiple warships sailing in open blue ocean. The formation includes what appear to be two aircraft carriers flanking the outer edges and several smaller escort vessels arranged in two parallel columns in the center. The image captures a large-scale naval exercise or transit operation under clear tropical skies.
    An aerial photograph taken from above shows a mixed formation of military jet aircraft flying over open ocean. The formation consists of multiple aircraft types arranged in a diagonal echelon pattern, with sunlight reflecting off the water surface below creating a bright swirling glare pattern. The image appears to be a professional military aviation photograph, likely documenting a joint or combined arms exercise.

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