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    Nimitz Sailors Show Gratitude to New York for Hospitality During INR 250 [Image 14 of 27]

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    An aerial photograph of a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, hull number 68 visible on the island superstructure, identified as USS Nimitz (CVN-68). The flight deck is populated with crew members arranged to form a heart shape and letter formations, likely spelling a message. Several aircraft are visible on the deck, and the ship appears to be at sea or near port.

    NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES

    07.07.2026

    Photo by Seaman Apprentice Alyssa Boling 

    USS Nimitz (CVN 68)   

    Sailors spell out “I [Heart] NY” on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) after the ship departed New York Harbor following its participation in International Naval Review 250, July 7, 2026. Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 2nd Fleet area of responsibility as part of a scheduled homeport shift to Norfolk, Virginia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Alyssa Boling)

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    Date Taken: 07.07.2026
    Date Posted: 07.08.2026 21:32
    Photo ID: 9797603
    VIRIN: 260707-N-FO305-1170
    Resolution: 5568x3360
    Size: 6.37 MB
    Location: NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, US
    Web Views: 85
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    A U.S. Navy sailor in dress white uniform stands solemnly at what appears to be the 9/11 Memorial in New York City. Numerous small American flags have been placed along the engraved bronze parapet of the memorial pool, likely in observance of Memorial Day or a similar commemorative occasion. A crowd of visitors is visible in the background across the reflecting pool.
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