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    USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) Returns to homeport in Rota [Image 2 of 10]

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    A large U.S. Navy warship bearing hull number 79 is docked at a pier with a full crew manning the rails in dress uniform formation. The bow of the vessel is prominently visible, featuring a forward gun turret and dozens of sailors standing at attention along the deck. This appears to be a formal departure or arrival ceremony, a traditional naval practice known as 'manning the rails.'

    ROTA, SPAIN

    06.16.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Leon Vonguyen 

    Fleet Public Affairs Center, Detachment Rota

    NAVAL STATION ROTA, Spain (June 17, 2026) - Sailors assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) man the rails prior to returning to Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota, Spain, June 17, 2026. Oscar Austin returned from a scheduled deployment in support of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa strategic objectives and U.S., Allied, and partner interests. As the "Gateway to the Mediterranean," NAVSTA Rota provides U.S. and Allied forces a strategic hub for operations wherever and whenever they are needed. NAVSTA Rota is a force multiplier, capable of promptly deploying and sustaining combat-ready forces through land, air, and sea, supporting warfighters and their families, and fostering the U.S. and Spanish relationship. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Leon Vonguyen)

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    Date Taken: 06.16.2026
    Date Posted: 06.25.2026 05:46
    Photo ID: 9770860
    VIRIN: 260617-N-EE352-1015
    Resolution: 5258x3505
    Size: 3.37 MB
    Location: ROTA, ES
    Web Views: 43
    Downloads: 3

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    A U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer bearing hull number 79 is being assisted by two tugboats as it maneuvers in a harbor. The warship is painted in standard naval gray and features a prominent superstructure with radar and communications arrays. A port facility with a breakwater is visible in the background.
    A large U.S. Navy warship bearing hull number 79 is docked at a pier with a full crew manning the rails in dress uniform formation. The bow of the vessel is prominently visible, featuring a forward gun turret and dozens of sailors standing at attention along the deck. This appears to be a formal departure or arrival ceremony, a traditional naval practice known as 'manning the rails.'
    A person in the foreground waves goodbye to naval personnel standing on the deck of a military warship at a pier. The ship is equipped with a large naval gun turret visible on the bow. The scene appears to depict a departure or homecoming ceremony at a naval base.
    A naval vessel homecoming or departure scene showing military personnel aboard a warship waving to civilians on the dock below. At least four uniformed crew members are visible on the ship's deck, with one enthusiastically waving both arms raised. In the foreground, civilians including what appears to be a child and adult are waving back toward the ship.
    A group of people, predominantly women, are gathered outdoors holding welcome home signs, suggesting a military or deployment homecoming event. Two women in the foreground are prominently displaying handmade signs reading 'Keep Calm and Welcome Home' and 'Welcome Home Hunto' with an American flag graphic. The atmosphere appears celebratory and joyful.
    Two people are sharing an emotional embrace near what appears to be a large naval vessel or ship at a dock. One person is wearing a red cap with an American flag patch and khaki uniform, suggesting a military homecoming reunion. A handmade welcome sign is visible, held by one of the individuals during the hug.
    A military servicemember in tan uniform and navy ball cap is reuniting with his family at what appears to be a naval pier or dock. The group is engaged in a joyful group embrace, with the servicemember laughing broadly while holding an infant and surrounded by multiple children and a woman. The background shows the hull of a large naval vessel, suggesting this is a homecoming event.
    USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) Returns to homeport in Rota
    Two individuals share an emotional embrace, with one person visibly crying. The person facing the camera is wearing a Navy cap reading 'USS Oscar Austin DDG 79', suggesting a military homecoming or farewell event. The scene conveys strong emotion consistent with a military reunion or deployment departure.
    Two individuals share an intimate moment, with one person cradling the other's face in their hands. The person facing the camera wears a navy blue cap with 'USS Austin 79' insignia and round glasses, suggesting a military homecoming or reunion event. The emotional closeness and visible tears suggest a deeply personal moment.

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