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    DDG 117 Returns To Rota [Image 1 of 3]

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    A group of U.S. Navy sailors in navy blue coveralls and blue hard hats are carrying a large red-and-silver cylindrical object, likely a torpedo or similar ordnance/equipment, across the deck of a naval vessel. Additional personnel are visible in the background performing various tasks near an open hangar bay, which contains what appears to be a helicopter. The scene depicts routine shipboard operations or weapons/equipment handling on what appears to be a large surface combatant or amphibious ship.

    ROTA, SPAIN

    08.26.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Deven Fernandez 

    USS PAUL IGNATIUS (DDG 117)

    Sailors prepare to install the jack staff aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) while off the coast of Rota, Spain, Aug. 27, 2026. Paul Ignatius is a forward-deployed naval asset assigned to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations to support the warfighting effectiveness, lethality and readiness of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and defend U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven Fernandez)

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    Date Taken: 08.26.2026
    Date Posted: 09.09.2026 07:50
    Photo ID: 9921048
    VIRIN: 260827-N-DF135-1069
    Resolution: 5266x3511
    Size: 3.11 MB
    Location: ROTA, ES
    Web Views: 9
    Downloads: 0

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    A group of U.S. Navy sailors in navy blue coveralls and blue hard hats are carrying a large red-and-silver cylindrical object, likely a torpedo or similar ordnance/equipment, across the deck of a naval vessel. Additional personnel are visible in the background performing various tasks near an open hangar bay, which contains what appears to be a helicopter. The scene depicts routine shipboard operations or weapons/equipment handling on what appears to be a large surface combatant or amphibious ship.
    A person in navy blue pants and a gray vest is working with a yellow braided rope on what appears to be the deck of a vessel. They are forming or tying a knot with the yellow rope, which shows signs of wear and use. A safety net, white deck fixtures, and coiled white rope are visible in the background near open water.
    A harbor tugboat with red and white superstructure and black rubber fendering is operating alongside a gray naval warship. The tugboat appears to be assisting the larger vessel, likely during a docking or maneuvering operation. Several crew members are visible on both vessels, and the water shows active wake from the tugboat's propulsion.

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