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    MKI Replenishment-at-sea [Image 1 of 6]

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    The image shows two U.S. Navy warships operating in close proximity at sea, likely conducting a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) or formation sailing exercise. The photograph is taken from the deck of one vessel looking toward a second ship, identifiable as a San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock (hull number visible as '26'). The overcast sky and choppy seas suggest open ocean conditions.

    PACIFIC OCEAN, UNITED STATES

    03.20.2025

    Photo by Seaman Eric Nelson 

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

    San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) comes alongside Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during a replenishment-at-sea, July 26, 2026. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group and the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit are currently underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations to enhance their combined Navy-Marine Corps readiness and lethality. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Eric Nelson)

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    Date Taken: 03.20.2025
    Date Posted: 08.04.2026 13:40
    Photo ID: 9849239
    VIRIN: 260726-N-BT627-1017
    Resolution: 5375x3583
    Size: 1.88 MB
    Location: PACIFIC OCEAN, US
    Web Views: 22
    Downloads: 9

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    The image shows two U.S. Navy warships operating in close proximity at sea, likely conducting a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) or formation sailing exercise. The photograph is taken from the deck of one vessel looking toward a second ship, identifiable as a San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock (hull number visible as '26'). The overcast sky and choppy seas suggest open ocean conditions.
    Two U.S. Navy personnel wearing green hard hats and green safety vests are conducting a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) or ship-to-ship communication evolution on the deck of a naval vessel. One sailor is holding a signaling paddle aloft while the other holds a reference board, likely a maneuvering board or signal guide. A second naval vessel, bearing hull number 26, is visible in close proximity alongside, consistent with an underway replenishment or formation exercise.
    Two personnel wearing red hard hats and red coveralls are observed from behind on the deck of a naval vessel, with one firing or deploying a line-throwing gun toward a large warship alongside. The warship in the background features a distinctive angular, stealthy superstructure consistent with a Zumwalt-class destroyer. The scene appears to depict a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) or ship-to-ship line transfer operation in open ocean conditions.
    Two personnel in the foreground, one wearing a red life vest, observe a large gray naval vessel at close range on open water. The larger ship appears to be a US Navy amphibious transport dock or similar warship, with its stern well deck open and personnel visible inside. This appears to be a maritime approach or transfer operation between two vessels.
    A line of naval personnel standing on the deck of a military vessel, holding a thick rope in a coordinated line formation. The sailors are wearing blue coveralls with blue hard hats, while most also wear red life vests, suggesting a mooring or line-handling evolution. The scene appears to take place at sea or during a replenishment/docking operation.
    A group of naval personnel are standing on the deck of a military vessel at sea. They are wearing color-coded safety gear including helmets and life vests in green, yellow, blue, and red, indicating different roles or stations during an operation. The overcast sky and visible ocean in the background suggest active underway conditions.

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