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  • Princeton Excels, Earns Distinguished Spokane Trophy
    SAN DIEGO (Oct 19, 2018) Ivan Urnovitz, president of the Spokane Navy League, presents a plaque to commanding officer Capt. Justin A. Kubu and the crew USS Princeton (CG 59) in recognition of their selection as the 2017 Spokane Trophy Award winner during a ceremony on board the ship Oct. 19. The ship was selected for being the most combat proficient ship in the Fleet for excellence in ship combat system readiness and demonstrated effectiveness during warfare operations.
  • Ronald Reagan Resumes Flight Operations Following Helicopter Crash
    The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) resumed flight operations after an MH-60R Seahawk assigned to the “Saberhawks” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 77 made an emergency landing and crashed on the ship’s flight deck shortly after takeoff at approximately 9:00 a.m., Oct. 19.
  • Warrior Sailor Awarded Mineman of the Year
    SASEBO, Japan (NNS) -- A Sailor assigned to USS Warrior (MCM 10) in Sasebo, Japan, was recently named the Association of Minemen's (AOM) 2018-2019 Mineman of the Year (Sea).
  • Essex ARG 13th MEU with Embarked F-35B Enters Central Command
    5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (NNS) -- The Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II recently entered the Central Command area of operations for the first time.
  • MCM Photo page
    Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Armonte Galloway, right, and Seaman Marques Upshaw remove chock and chains from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the “Island Knights” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, on the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48).
  • USS Shoup Departs Suva Fiji
    SUVA, Fiji - Guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86) departed from Suva, Fiji, October 17 following a port visit that celebrated decades of Fiji-American naval partnership.
  • SMWDC Mine Warfare Division Certified as Theater Mine Warfare Commander
    Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet recently certified Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center’s (SMWDC) Mine Warfare Division as the Theater Mine Warfare Commander (MIWC).
  • USS Shoup Holds Flight Deck Reception in Suva Fiji
    Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86) hosted more than 150 military and civilian dignitaries from the United States, Fiji, Australia, United Kingdom, Spain, New Zealand and Japan during a reception on the flight deck October 15.
  • USS Anchorage Lends a Helping Hand in Sicily
    Sailors assigned to the USS Anchorage and embarked Marines assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit participated in two community relations projects, while the ship visited Augusta Bay, Italy, Oct. 3, 2018.
  • Chancellorsville Benfold Arrive to Busan
    The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) arrived to Busan, South Korea, Oct. 12.
  • Decatur Renders Assistance to Sri Lankan Fishermen
    The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73) rendered assistance to seven distressed mariners, Oct. 7 - 8, whose fishing boat had suffered an engine malfunction, rendering the vessel inoperable.
  • Littoral Combat Force Implementation and Integration Initiative visit to Naval Postgraduate School
    Expeditionary Strike Group 3 and the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) met to discuss Littoral Combat Force Implementation and Integration Initiative (LCF-I3) in Monterey, California, on October 9, 2018.
  • 7th Fleet Leadership Welcomes Marine Forces Japan aboard USS Blue Ridge
    The embarked staff and crew of USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) hosted Commanding General, III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF)/Commander, Marine Forces Japan, who toured the ship while moored at Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Sep. 18.
  • ESG-3 Hosts Waterfront Suicide Awareness Walk
    Expeditionary Strike Group THREE (ESG-3)’s Diversity Committee hosted a Waterfront Suicide Awareness Walk at Naval Base San Diego’s Bainbridge Park, Sept. 28 as part of National Suicide Awareness Month.
  • USS Shoup visits Fiji to promote maritime security
    SUVA, Fiji - The guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86) arrived in Suva, Oct. 3, as part of the ship’s Oceania Maritime Security Initiative (OMSI) deployment.
  • US Philippines and Japan conduct amphibious landing in the Philippines
    The United States Armed Forces, Armed Forces of the Philippines, and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) conducted amphibious operations training during exercise KAMANDAG 2 at Naval Station Leovigildo Gantioqui, Oct. 6.
  • USS Antietam joins Royal Thai Navy ships for cooperative deployment
    The guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) and Royal Thai Navy ships HTMS Krabi (OPV 551) and HTMS Taksin (FFG 422) conducted a cooperative deployment in the East China Sea on Oct. 9, 2018.
  • Ronald Reagan Strike Group Participates in International Fleet Review
    The Ronald Reagan Strike Group, to include the Nimitzclass aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruisers USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) and USS Benfold (DDG 65) participated in the Republic of Korea 2018 International Fleet Review near Jeju Island, Republic of Korea (ROK) Oct. 11.
  • Mine Countermeasures Squadron 3 Holds Change of Command
    The officers, crew, and friends of Mine Countermeasures Squadron 3 and attached ships gathered in front of the Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Ardent for a change of command ceremony and retirement onboard Naval Base San Diego, Oct. 12.
  • NBC Nightly News Broadcasts Live From USS Portland
    USS Portland's (LPD 27) crew welcomes Lester Holt prior to an NBC Nightly News episode broadcast live from the flight deck at Naval Base San Diego on Oct. 12. The broadcast from the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship capped off Holt's Across America tour where he visited five cities in five days including Houston; Montgomery, Alabama; Tampa, Florida; and Kansas City, Missouri.
  • Tripoli Sailors Meritoriously Advanced
    Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Tripoli’s (LHA 7) commanding officer Capt. Kevin P. Meyers and Command Master Chief Robyn Pierce meritoriously promote Electrician’s Mate 1st Class Matthew Ballman during a surprise ceremony August 27, 2018.
  • USS Michael Murphy Visits Papua New Guinea Ahead of APEC 2018
    Boatswain's Mate Seaman Josh Saunders prepares to hoist the Union Jack aboard Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) as it arrives in Papua New Guinea. As the first U.S. Navy ship to visit Port Moresby since USS Comstock (LSD 45) in 2017, Michael Murphy arrives as the nation prepares to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Summit for the first time in Nov. 2018. Michael Murphy is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
  • US-Japan Advance New Amphibious Capability
    The amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) became the first U.S. Navy ship in the 7th Fleet to conduct amphibious operations with the newly established Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade (ARDB) troops and their equipment Oct. 2.
  • Bonhomme Richard Sailors Participate in UCSF Childrens Hospital COMREL
    Sailors, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), participated in a community relations project (COMREL) at University of California San Francisco (UCSF) Beriumm Children’s Hospital, Oct. 2, as part of San Francisco Fleet Week 2018.
  • Bonhomme Richard Sailors and Marines Train with San Francisco Fire Department
    Sailors and Marines, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), participated in a training event at the San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD)
  • San Francisco Fleet Week kicks off with ship arrivals
    The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Manchester (LCS 14) transits under the Golden Gate Bridge in the annual parade of ships event during San Francisco Fleet Week 2018. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of San Francisco and its surrounding areas.
  • San Francisco 2018
  • CNSP Hosts Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
    CORONADO, Calif. (NNS) -- The staff of Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) honored Hispanic Heritage Month with a celebration Sept. 27.
  • USS Pioneer Holds Change of Command Ceremony
    SASEBO, Japan - Lt. Cmdr. Bobby Wayland (left) and Lt. Cmdr. Brett Jasionowski (center right) salute the ensign during the national anthem for a change of command ceremony. Wayland relieved Jasionowski as commanding officer of the Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Pioneer (MCM 9) during the ceremony.
  • Wasp ARG, 31st MEU conduct DATF drill in the South China Sea
    SOUTH CHINA SEA (NNS) -- USS Wasp (LHD 1) Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) conducted an integrated Defense of the Amphibious Task Force (DATF) drill at sea Sept. 27.
  • Peralta Returns
    During the first underway following the one-year anniversary, USS RAFAEL PERALTA proudly flew a customized flag to honor Sgt. Rafael Peralta (IMG_Ship in Harbor).
  • Ronald Reagan Strike Group Arrives in Guam Following Valiant Shield 2018
    APRA HARBOR, Guam (Sept. 24, 2018) The Ronald Reagan Strike Group arrived at Naval Base Guam for a port visit Sept. 24.
  • McCain Sailors Test Their Mettle on Ronald Reagan during Valiant Shield 2018
    While a U.S. Navy ship is in dry dock for repairs, or upgrades, many of her crew will be placed in a temporary assigned duty (TAD) status and will work outside of their normal career fields.
  • USS Michael Murphy Completes Kakadu Exercise
    Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112), along with a P-8 Poseidon maritime-surveillance aircraft assigned to the "Pelicans" of Patrol Squadron (VP)
  • Winter 2018 NROTC Ship Selection
  • Allied Maritime Warfighters Strengthen Partnerships and Capabilities in San Diego
    Maritime leaders from the “Five Eyes” alliance – the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand – discuss interoperability and combat effectiveness during the 2018 Maritime Warfare Working Group (MWWG) at Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center’s (SMWDC) Headquarters. The MWWG is an annual event of the Five Eyes alliance, which will be hosted by Australia in 2019. SMWDC is one of the Navy's five Warfighting Development Centers and its mission is to increase the lethality and tactical proficiency of the Surface Force across all domains.
  • Surface Force Commander visits Surface Fleets Warfighting Development Headquarters
    NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Sept. 20, 2018) Vice Adm. Rich Brown, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP), visited the team at Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) onboard Naval Base San Diego.
  • Ready Lethal Capable Application Process Open for New Mine Warfare MIW Warfare Tactics Instructor WTI Program
    SAN DIEGO (NNS) -- Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) is now accepting applications for a new Mine Warfare (MIW) Warfare Tactics Instructor (WTI) Program.
  • Decatur Hosts Chilean Warship Almirante Lynch
    SAN DIEGO – After three weeks underway, the Chilean Frigate Almirante Lynch (FF 07) pulled into Naval Base San Diego for a port visit prior to their participation in the 2018 Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise.
  • SECDEF Visits Mobile Bay
    PACIFIC OCEAN- The Honorable James Mattis, Secretary of Defense (SECDEF), visited the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) Sept. 3 observe the ship preparing and training for potential deployment operations.
  • Joint US Forces Team for Exercise Valiant Shield 2018
    U.S. military forces from the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command are scheduled to participate in exercise Valiant Shield (VS) 2018, Sept. 16-23, around the Marianas Island Range Complex as well as on Guam.
  • 31st MEU PHIBRON 11 complete support to Guam and the CNMI following Typhoon Mangkhut
    As we join here today at this memorial, I am not only thankful for Rota's quick recovery but for the brave men that have given their lives in the name of freedom.
  • Wasp Expeditionary Strike Group Provides Air Support to CNMI Recovery Efforts
    PACIFIC OCEAN - The USS Wasp (LHD 1) Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG), with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), provided aerial assistance to the Federal Emergency Management Agency
  • Wasp Expeditionary Strike Group Begins DSCA Operations in Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands
  • Makin Island Surface Warriors Win Big
    The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) earned first place in the large command category during the 37th Surface Line Week (SLW) competition, hosted by Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (SURFPAC) at Naval Base San Diego.
  • Makin Island Sailors Attend Firefighting Course
    SAN DIEGO (NNS) -- Air Department Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) attended aviation firefighting training at Naval Base San Diego's Surface Warfare Officers School Command, April 3.
  • First Stop I Div
    For some Sailors, coming aboard a new ship can be intimidating, especially if it’s their first command. Walking down the pier and seeing the great floating city that will be their home for the next few years is enough to widen eyes and turn stomachs.
  • Makin Island Crew Observes Womens Equality Day
    SAN DIEGO-- USS Makin Island (LHD 8) crew members celebrated Women’s Equality Day during a ceremony, Aug 24.
  • San Diego Hosts Aviation Boatswains Mate Association Symposium
    SAN DIEGO—The Handerly Hotel bustled with activity, beginning early in the morning of Aug. 6, as members of U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate ratings from all over the world gathered for a week-long symposium.
  • Makin Island Announces Eight CPO Selectees
    Capt. David Oden, commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) announced the names of eight petty officers first class selected for advancement to the rank of chief petty officer during an all hands call, Aug. 7.
 

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