2013 the guided missile frigate hi-res stock photography and images

Panama (Sept. 18, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) enters the Gatun Locks on the Caribbean side of the Panama Canal during Operation Martillo, a counter transnational organized crime operation. Rentz is returning to the eastern Pacific Stock Photo

RMDEXKY7–Panama (Sept. 18, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) enters the Gatun Locks on the Caribbean side of the Panama Canal during Operation Martillo, a counter transnational organized crime operation. Rentz is returning to the eastern Pacific

AJAXNETPHOTO. 16TH JULY, 2013. PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND. - NEW INDIAN FRIGATE - INS TRIKAND, A TALWAR CLASS GUIDED MISSILE FRIGATE, WAS COMMISSIONED INTO THE INS ON 29TH JUNE 2013 AND IS SEEN LEAVING THE NAVAL BASE AFTER HER FIRST COURTESY VISIT. PHOTO:TONY HOLLAND/AJAX REF:DTH 131607 4375 Stock Photo

RMEF2956–AJAXNETPHOTO. 16TH JULY, 2013. PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND. - NEW INDIAN FRIGATE - INS TRIKAND, A TALWAR CLASS GUIDED MISSILE FRIGATE, WAS COMMISSIONED INTO THE INS ON 29TH JUNE 2013 AND IS SEEN LEAVING THE NAVAL BASE AFTER HER FIRST COURTESY VISIT. PHOTO:TONY HOLLAND/AJAX REF:DTH 131607 4375

SOUDA BAY, Greece (Aug. 19, 2013) - The guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) arrives for a port visit. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fla., is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. Stock Photo

RMFTEJ9T–SOUDA BAY, Greece (Aug. 19, 2013) - The guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) arrives for a port visit. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fla., is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

US Navy Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford transits Puget Sound during a plank owners cruise July 9, 2013 near Everett, WA. Stock Photo

RMDCFJ1E–US Navy Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford transits Puget Sound during a plank owners cruise July 9, 2013 near Everett, WA.

130909-N-IC228-006 CARIBBEAN SEA (Sept. 9, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) and the Brazilian navy frigate BNS Rademaker (F 49) maneuver during the annual UNITAS multinational maritime exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Corey Barker/Released) USS Rentz (FFG-46) underway in the Caribbean 2013 Stock Photo

RMHG0JB2–130909-N-IC228-006 CARIBBEAN SEA (Sept. 9, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) and the Brazilian navy frigate BNS Rademaker (F 49) maneuver during the annual UNITAS multinational maritime exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Corey Barker/Released) USS Rentz (FFG-46) underway in the Caribbean 2013

ARABIAN SEA (March 23, 2013) The German navy frigate FGS Hamburg (F220) and the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) are underway with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) while the guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) transits astern of Hamburg during a replenishment-at-sea. Stock Photo

RM2AB7C4H–ARABIAN SEA (March 23, 2013) The German navy frigate FGS Hamburg (F220) and the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) are underway with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) while the guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) transits astern of Hamburg during a replenishment-at-sea.

130712-N-MJ645-087 MAYPORT, Fla. (July 12, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS De Wert (FFG 45) departs Naval Station Mayport. De Wert is deployed to the U.S. Navy’s 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility to protect the Nation's interests abroad. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Marcus L. Stanley/Released) USS De Wert (FFG-45) leaving Mayport in July 2013 Stock Photo

RMHG0HT5–130712-N-MJ645-087 MAYPORT, Fla. (July 12, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS De Wert (FFG 45) departs Naval Station Mayport. De Wert is deployed to the U.S. Navy’s 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility to protect the Nation's interests abroad. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Marcus L. Stanley/Released) USS De Wert (FFG-45) leaving Mayport in July 2013

EVERETT, Wash. (Jan. 25, 2013) Sailors from the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) pull a line on the pier. Ford recently returned to its homeport of Naval Station Everett after an underway. Stock Photo

RMPCH3EG–EVERETT, Wash. (Jan. 25, 2013) Sailors from the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) pull a line on the pier. Ford recently returned to its homeport of Naval Station Everett after an underway.

SOUDA BAY, Greece (Feb. 11, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47) departs Souda harbor following a port visit. Nicholas is homeported at Naval Station Norfolk and deployed conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Paul Farley/Released) 130211-N-MO201-012 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil USS Nicholas departs Souda Bay. (8470064009) Stock Photo

RMHG0GM5–SOUDA BAY, Greece (Feb. 11, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47) departs Souda harbor following a port visit. Nicholas is homeported at Naval Station Norfolk and deployed conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Paul Farley/Released) 130211-N-MO201-012 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil USS Nicholas departs Souda Bay. (8470064009)

The German frigate FGS Hamburg (left) and aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower steam alongside fast combat support ship USNS Bridge while guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City steams astern of Hamburg during a replenishment-at-sea operation March 23, 2013 in the Arabian Sea. Stock Photo

RMD5472A–The German frigate FGS Hamburg (left) and aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower steam alongside fast combat support ship USNS Bridge while guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City steams astern of Hamburg during a replenishment-at-sea operation March 23, 2013 in the Arabian Sea.

COLON, Panama (Sept. 18, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) enters the Gatun Locks on the Caribbean side of the Panama Canal during Operation Martillo, a counter transnational organized crime operation. Rentz is returning to the eastern Pacific after completing the multinational UNITAS 2013 naval exercise off the coast of Colombia. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Corey Barker/Released) 130918-N-IC228-001 Join the conversation http://www.navy.mil/viewGallery.asp http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil http://pinterest.com https:// Stock Photo

RMHG0JDT–COLON, Panama (Sept. 18, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) enters the Gatun Locks on the Caribbean side of the Panama Canal during Operation Martillo, a counter transnational organized crime operation. Rentz is returning to the eastern Pacific after completing the multinational UNITAS 2013 naval exercise off the coast of Colombia. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Corey Barker/Released) 130918-N-IC228-001 Join the conversation http://www.navy.mil/viewGallery.asp http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil http://pinterest.com https://

Guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) astern of the German navy frigate FGS Hamburd (F220), the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), and the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a replenishment-at-sea, Arabian Sea, March 23, 2013. Image courtesy US Navy. Stock Photo

RMHX5E15–Guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) astern of the German navy frigate FGS Hamburd (F220), the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), and the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a replenishment-at-sea, Arabian Sea, March 23, 2013. Image courtesy US Navy.

130908-N-ZZ999-300 CARIBBEAN SEA (Sept. 8, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46), left, and the Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Iroquois (F 280) transit the Caribbean Sea during the 2013 UNITAS multinational maritime exercise hosted this year by the Colombian Navy. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of the Royal Canadian Navy by Cpl. Anthony Chand/Released) 130908-N-ZZ999-300 by ussouthcom Stock Photo

RMM3X39Y–130908-N-ZZ999-300 CARIBBEAN SEA (Sept. 8, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46), left, and the Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Iroquois (F 280) transit the Caribbean Sea during the 2013 UNITAS multinational maritime exercise hosted this year by the Colombian Navy. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of the Royal Canadian Navy by Cpl. Anthony Chand/Released) 130908-N-ZZ999-300 by ussouthcom

Guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66), the German navy frigate FGS Hamburd (F220), the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), and the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a replenishment-at-sea, Arabian Sea, 2013. Image courtesy Ryan D. McLearnon/US Navy. Stock Photo

RMHX5E12–Guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66), the German navy frigate FGS Hamburd (F220), the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), and the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a replenishment-at-sea, Arabian Sea, 2013. Image courtesy Ryan D. McLearnon/US Navy.

USS Klakring leaving the Gare Loch for NATO exercises of the west coast of Scotland, an Oliver Hazard Perry class frigate she was in service with the United States Navy from 1983 to 2013 Stock Photo

RM2F2TBYK–USS Klakring leaving the Gare Loch for NATO exercises of the west coast of Scotland, an Oliver Hazard Perry class frigate she was in service with the United States Navy from 1983 to 2013

RMHX5E14–Guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66), the German navy frigate FGS Hamburd (F220), the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), and the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a replenishment-at-sea, Arabian Sea, March 23, 2013. Image courtesy Ryan D. McLearnon/US Navy.

130629-N-YU572-401 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 29, 2013) Ens. Sean Quirk uses an alidade to get a bearing to the Philippine Navy frigate Gregorio Del Pilar (PF 15) aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Philippines 2013. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor-Leste. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jay C. Pugh/Released) CARAT Philippines 2013 13 Stock Photo

RMHF95D7–130629-N-YU572-401 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 29, 2013) Ens. Sean Quirk uses an alidade to get a bearing to the Philippine Navy frigate Gregorio Del Pilar (PF 15) aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Philippines 2013. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor-Leste. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jay C. Pugh/Released) CARAT Philippines 2013 13

RMEF2957–AJAXNETPHOTO. 16TH JULY, 2013. PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND. - NEW INDIAN FRIGATE - INS TRIKAND, A TALWAR CLASS GUIDED MISSILE FRIGATE, WAS COMMISSIONED INTO THE INS ON 29TH JUNE 2013 AND IS SEEN LEAVING THE NAVAL BASE AFTER HER FIRST COURTESY VISIT. PHOTO:TONY HOLLAND/AJAX REF:DTH 131607 4386

RMFTEJ9A–SOUDA BAY, Greece (Aug. 19, 2013) - The guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) arrives for a port visit. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fla., is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts

COLON, Panama (Sept. 18, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) enters the Gatun locks on the Caribbean side of the Panama Canal. Rentz is returning to the Eastern Pacific after completing a multinational naval exercise off the coast of Colom Stock Photo

RMDEXKY8–COLON, Panama (Sept. 18, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) enters the Gatun locks on the Caribbean side of the Panama Canal. Rentz is returning to the Eastern Pacific after completing a multinational naval exercise off the coast of Colom

RM2BEY7NG–ARABIAN SEA (March 23, 2013) The German navy frigate FGS Hamburg (F220) and the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) are underway with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) while the guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) transits astern of Hamburg during a replenishment-at-sea.

RMFTEJ90–SOUDA BAY, Greece (Aug. 19, 2013) - The guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) arrives for a port visit. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fla., is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 11, 2013) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) sails into position for a passing exercise (PASSEX) with the Canadian frigate HMCS Regina (FFH 334) in the Pacific Ocean. Stock Photo

RM2AB7C6N–SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 11, 2013) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) sails into position for a passing exercise (PASSEX) with the Canadian frigate HMCS Regina (FFH 334) in the Pacific Ocean.

DURRES, Albania (Aug. 16, 2013) – Sailors, assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58), anchors off the coast of Durres, Albania for a port visit. Samuel B. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fl., is currently on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of responsibility. Stock Photo

RMFTEHX4–DURRES, Albania (Aug. 16, 2013) – Sailors, assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58), anchors off the coast of Durres, Albania for a port visit. Samuel B. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fl., is currently on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of responsibility.

EVERETT, Wash. (Jan. 25, 2013) A Sailor from the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) tosses the messenger line back to the ship. Ford recently returned to its homeport of Naval Station Everett after an underway. Stock Photo

RMPCH3M6–EVERETT, Wash. (Jan. 25, 2013) A Sailor from the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) tosses the messenger line back to the ship. Ford recently returned to its homeport of Naval Station Everett after an underway.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 29, 2013) From left, the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62), the Philippine Navy frigate Greg Stock Photo

RMDA4393–PHILIPPINE SEA (June 29, 2013) From left, the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62), the Philippine Navy frigate Greg

MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 23, 2013) Lt. j.g. Kyle Chance kisses his wife after returning to Naval Station Mayport from a six-month deployment aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58). Samuel B. Roberts deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet Area of Responsibility in April 2013 to support maritime security operations, theater security cooperation and Operation Active Endeavor. Stock Photo

RMPCH387–MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 23, 2013) Lt. j.g. Kyle Chance kisses his wife after returning to Naval Station Mayport from a six-month deployment aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58). Samuel B. Roberts deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet Area of Responsibility in April 2013 to support maritime security operations, theater security cooperation and Operation Active Endeavor.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 6, 2013) Ensign Miguel Noyola, from Dallas, directs the course of the guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) during a passing exercise with the French frigate Chevalier Paul (D621). Mobile Bay is deployed with the John C. Stennis Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. Stock Photo

RMPCH2WE–U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 6, 2013) Ensign Miguel Noyola, from Dallas, directs the course of the guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) during a passing exercise with the French frigate Chevalier Paul (D621). Mobile Bay is deployed with the John C. Stennis Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

RM2F2TBYP–USS Klakring leaving the Gare Loch for NATO exercises of the west coast of Scotland, an Oliver Hazard Perry class frigate she was in service with the United States Navy from 1983 to 2013

RMHX5DY7–Guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66), the German navy frigate FGS Hamburd (F220), the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), and the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a replenishment-at-sea, Arabian Sea, March 23, 2013. Image courtesy Ryan D. McLearnon/US Navy.

130629-N-YU572-455 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 29, 2013) From left, the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62), the Philippine Navy frigate Gregorio Del Pilar (PF 15) and the Philippine Coast Guard vessel Edsa II (SARV 002) are underway during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Philippines 2013. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor-Leste. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jay C. Pugh/Released) CA Stock Photo

RMHF95D8–130629-N-YU572-455 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 29, 2013) From left, the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62), the Philippine Navy frigate Gregorio Del Pilar (PF 15) and the Philippine Coast Guard vessel Edsa II (SARV 002) are underway during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Philippines 2013. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor-Leste. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jay C. Pugh/Released) CA

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Dusty Dogs of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7 provides plane guard to ensure safe recovery of any aircrew personnel in the event of a crash during a vertical replenishment from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) to the guided-missile frigate USS Kaufman (FFG 59). Harry S. Truman is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise in preparation for its upcoming deployment. Stock Photo

RMRJF86C–ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Dusty Dogs of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7 provides plane guard to ensure safe recovery of any aircrew personnel in the event of a crash during a vertical replenishment from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) to the guided-missile frigate USS Kaufman (FFG 59). Harry S. Truman is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise in preparation for its upcoming deployment.

U.S. Navy Gunner's Mate Seaman Chase Havberg, assigned to the guided missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54), fires an M240B machine gun at a remote-controlled moving target in the water during exercise Trident Fury 2013 in the Pacific Ocean May 9, 2013. The Ford was participating in Trident Fury, a joint training exercise developed by Canada's Pacific Joint Task Force Headquarters for the purpose of building a strong working relationship between the maritime and aviation forces of the United States and Canada. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice William Blees/Release Stock Photo

RMHFDARX–U.S. Navy Gunner's Mate Seaman Chase Havberg, assigned to the guided missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54), fires an M240B machine gun at a remote-controlled moving target in the water during exercise Trident Fury 2013 in the Pacific Ocean May 9, 2013. The Ford was participating in Trident Fury, a joint training exercise developed by Canada's Pacific Joint Task Force Headquarters for the purpose of building a strong working relationship between the maritime and aviation forces of the United States and Canada. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice William Blees/Release

RMEF295B–AJAXNETPHOTO. 16TH JULY, 2013. PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND. - NEW INDIAN FRIGATE - INS TRIKAND, A TALWAR CLASS GUIDED MISSILE FRIGATE, WAS COMMISSIONED INTO THE INS ON 29TH JUNE 2013 AND IS SEEN LEAVING THE NAVAL BASE AFTER HER FIRST COURTESY VISIT. PHOTO:TONY HOLLAND/AJAX REF:DTH 131607 4401

PUGET SOUND (July 9, 2013) - The Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) sails the Puget Sound during a plank owner’s cruise, July 10. USS Ford is homeported at Naval Station Everett in Everett, Wash. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice William Blees/Released) USS Ford (FFG-54) in Puget Sound 2013 Stock Photo

RMHG0HRN–PUGET SOUND (July 9, 2013) - The Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) sails the Puget Sound during a plank owner’s cruise, July 10. USS Ford is homeported at Naval Station Everett in Everett, Wash. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice William Blees/Released) USS Ford (FFG-54) in Puget Sound 2013

The guided missile frigate USS Crommelin (FFG 37) is moored at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Oct. 24, 2012. The ship was scheduled to be decommissioned two days later after nearly 30 years of service. Crommelin was one of 11 Navy vessels scheduled for decommissioning during the 2013 fiscal year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Diana Quinlan/Released) USS Crommelin 121024-N-WF272-058 Stock Photo

RMHG0FYW–The guided missile frigate USS Crommelin (FFG 37) is moored at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Oct. 24, 2012. The ship was scheduled to be decommissioned two days later after nearly 30 years of service. Crommelin was one of 11 Navy vessels scheduled for decommissioning during the 2013 fiscal year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Diana Quinlan/Released) USS Crommelin 121024-N-WF272-058

140208-N-ZZ999-020 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2013) A landing signalman (enlisted) directs Army helicopter pilots assigned to Joint Task Force Bravo during deck landing qualifications aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46). (U.S. Navy photo by Fire Controlman 2nd Class Ryan C. James/Released) US Army UH-60 landing on USS Rentz (FFG-46) in the Pacific in 2014 Stock Photo

RMHFDF60–140208-N-ZZ999-020 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2013) A landing signalman (enlisted) directs Army helicopter pilots assigned to Joint Task Force Bravo during deck landing qualifications aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46). (U.S. Navy photo by Fire Controlman 2nd Class Ryan C. James/Released) US Army UH-60 landing on USS Rentz (FFG-46) in the Pacific in 2014

RM2BEWY80–SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 11, 2013) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) sails into position for a passing exercise (PASSEX) with the Canadian frigate HMCS Regina (FFH 334) in the Pacific Ocean.

131218-N-ZZ999-101 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 18, 2013) U.S. Coast Guard Law Enforcement Detachment (LEDET) personnel attached to the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) prepare to offload seized contraband found aboard a small vessel. (U.S. Navy photo by Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 2nd Class Joel P. Coakes/Released) Preparing to offload seized contraband 131218-N-ZZ999-101 Stock Photo

RMHFCRX2–131218-N-ZZ999-101 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 18, 2013) U.S. Coast Guard Law Enforcement Detachment (LEDET) personnel attached to the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) prepare to offload seized contraband found aboard a small vessel. (U.S. Navy photo by Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 2nd Class Joel P. Coakes/Released) Preparing to offload seized contraband 131218-N-ZZ999-101

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 29, 2013) Ens. Sean Quirk uses an alidade to get a bearing to the Philippine Navy frigate Gregorio Del Pilar (PF 15) aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Stock Photo

RMDA438Y–PHILIPPINE SEA (June 29, 2013) Ens. Sean Quirk uses an alidade to get a bearing to the Philippine Navy frigate Gregorio Del Pilar (PF 15) aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT)

130130-N-HG389-082 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Dusty Dogs of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7 delivers cargo from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) to the guided-missile frigate USS Kaufman (FFG 59) during a vertical replenishment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brandon Parker/Released) USS Harry S. Truman 130130-N-HG389-082 Stock Photo

RMHG0GGW–130130-N-HG389-082 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Dusty Dogs of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7 delivers cargo from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) to the guided-missile frigate USS Kaufman (FFG 59) during a vertical replenishment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brandon Parker/Released) USS Harry S. Truman 130130-N-HG389-082

MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 23, 2013) Family and friends at Naval Station Mayport welcome home Sailors aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) after a six-month deployment. Samuel B. Roberts deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet Area of Responsi Stock Photo

RMDH219E–MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 23, 2013) Family and friends at Naval Station Mayport welcome home Sailors aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) after a six-month deployment. Samuel B. Roberts deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet Area of Responsi

Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) man the rails as the ship prepares to moor at her new homeport Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. USS Preble replaced the guided-missile frigate Reuben James (FFG 57), which was decommissioned July 18, 2013. USS Preble will serve as a Middle Pacific surface combatant to aid and reinforce maritime operations in the Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Johans Chavarro/Released) USS Preble arrives at Pearl Harbor 140814-N-IU636-172 Stock Photo

RMHG20PX–Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) man the rails as the ship prepares to moor at her new homeport Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. USS Preble replaced the guided-missile frigate Reuben James (FFG 57), which was decommissioned July 18, 2013. USS Preble will serve as a Middle Pacific surface combatant to aid and reinforce maritime operations in the Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Johans Chavarro/Released) USS Preble arrives at Pearl Harbor 140814-N-IU636-172

The amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) transits past the guided missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) at Naval Station Mayport, Fla., Dec. 6, 2013. The New York was the first of three ships that comprise the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group that shifted home ports from Naval Station Norfolk, Va., to Naval Station Mayport. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sean Allen/Released) USS New York operations 131206-N-JW561-008 Stock Photo

RMHG1WPF–The amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) transits past the guided missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) at Naval Station Mayport, Fla., Dec. 6, 2013. The New York was the first of three ships that comprise the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group that shifted home ports from Naval Station Norfolk, Va., to Naval Station Mayport. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sean Allen/Released) USS New York operations 131206-N-JW561-008

130620-N-TX154-451 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 20, 2013) Royal Australian Navy guided-missile frigate HMAS Sydney (FFG 03) passes alongside the Arleigh Burke-Class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) following a maneuvering exercise. Preble is on patrol in the 7th Fleet area of operations supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul Kelly/Released) HMAS Sydney at sea in June 2013 Stock Photo

RMHFC2T6–130620-N-TX154-451 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 20, 2013) Royal Australian Navy guided-missile frigate HMAS Sydney (FFG 03) passes alongside the Arleigh Burke-Class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) following a maneuvering exercise. Preble is on patrol in the 7th Fleet area of operations supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul Kelly/Released) HMAS Sydney at sea in June 2013

SAN DIEGO (June 17, 2013) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Vandergrift (FFG-48) aim and fire at targets during a training exercise as part of watch standing qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Todd C. Behrman/Released) 130617-N-ZU025-145 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil http://pinterest.com http://plus.google.com Sailors conduct weapons training. (9135951132) Stock Photo

RMHFD0CX–SAN DIEGO (June 17, 2013) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Vandergrift (FFG-48) aim and fire at targets during a training exercise as part of watch standing qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Todd C. Behrman/Released) 130617-N-ZU025-145 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil http://pinterest.com http://plus.google.com Sailors conduct weapons training. (9135951132)

U.S. Sailors aboard the guided missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) prepare to arrive in Esquimalt, Canada, April 30, 2013, before the start of exercise Trident Fury 2013. Trident Fury is a joint training exercise developed by Canada's Pacific Joint Task Force Headquarters for the purpose of building a strong working relationship between the maritime and aviation forces of the United States and Canada. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice William Blees/Released) Trident Fury 2013 130430-N-QY316-033 Stock Photo

RMHFDARW–U.S. Sailors aboard the guided missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) prepare to arrive in Esquimalt, Canada, April 30, 2013, before the start of exercise Trident Fury 2013. Trident Fury is a joint training exercise developed by Canada's Pacific Joint Task Force Headquarters for the purpose of building a strong working relationship between the maritime and aviation forces of the United States and Canada. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice William Blees/Released) Trident Fury 2013 130430-N-QY316-033

SAN DIEGO (Jan. 25, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Curts (FFG 38) man the rails during the ship's decommissioning ceremony. Curts was commissioned Oct. 8, 1983 at Naval Station Long Beach. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class John Grandin/Released) 130125-N-BC134-269 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil USS Curts is decommissioned in San Diego. (8427153736) Stock Photo

RMHG0GF1–SAN DIEGO (Jan. 25, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Curts (FFG 38) man the rails during the ship's decommissioning ceremony. Curts was commissioned Oct. 8, 1983 at Naval Station Long Beach. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class John Grandin/Released) 130125-N-BC134-269 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil USS Curts is decommissioned in San Diego. (8427153736)

RMDH219H–MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 23, 2013) Lt. j.g. Kyle Chance kisses his wife after returning to Naval Station Mayport from a six-month deployment aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58). Samuel B. Roberts deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet Area

SOUDA BAY, Greece (Aug. 19, 2013) - Sailors handle mooring lines as the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) arrives for a port visit Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fla., is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. Stock Photo

RMFTEJAA–SOUDA BAY, Greece (Aug. 19, 2013) - Sailors handle mooring lines as the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) arrives for a port visit Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fla., is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

131205-N-QL471-237 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 5, 2013) - Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) observe the French Marine Nationale anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643). Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released) Stock Photo

RMFTE892–131205-N-QL471-237 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 5, 2013) - Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) observe the French Marine Nationale anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643). Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released)

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 18, 2013) – Engineman 3rd Class Corey Linton works with a member of the Albanian Border Police during a bi-lateral visit, board, search and seizure drill with the guided-missile frigate Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58). Samuel B. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fl., is currently on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of responsibility. Stock Photo

RMFTEJ61–MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 18, 2013) – Engineman 3rd Class Corey Linton works with a member of the Albanian Border Police during a bi-lateral visit, board, search and seizure drill with the guided-missile frigate Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58). Samuel B. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fl., is currently on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of responsibility.

RMHFDNNY–EVERETT, Wash. (Jan. 25, 2013) Sailors from the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) pull a line on the pier. Ford recently returned to its homeport of Naval Station Everett after an underway. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kole E. Carpenter/Released) 130125-N-JC752-038 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil A Sailor pulls on a line. (8427152858)

131205-N-QL471-527 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 5, 2013) The French Marine Nationale anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643) approaches the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), not shown, during a live-fire exercise. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released) French frigate Jean de Vienne (D643) in the Med in 2013 Stock Photo

RMHFBYDA–131205-N-QL471-527 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 5, 2013) The French Marine Nationale anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643) approaches the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), not shown, during a live-fire exercise. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released) French frigate Jean de Vienne (D643) in the Med in 2013

The Royal Malaysian Navy guided-missile frigate KD Jebat (FFG 29) is followed by the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) and the offshore patrol vessel KD Kelantan as part of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Malaysia 2013. More than 1,200 sailors and Marines are participating in CARAT. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor Leste. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Karolina A. Oseguera/Released) Stock Photo

RMHF95BN–The Royal Malaysian Navy guided-missile frigate KD Jebat (FFG 29) is followed by the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) and the offshore patrol vessel KD Kelantan as part of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Malaysia 2013. More than 1,200 sailors and Marines are participating in CARAT. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor Leste. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Karolina A. Oseguera/Released)

MAYPORT, Fla. (March 22, 2013) Plankowners from the first crew of the guided-missile frigate USS Klakring (FFG 42) walk off the ship for the last time during its decommissioning ceremony. Klakring is being decommissioned after 29 years of service aboard Naval Station Mayport. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adam Henderson/Released) 130322-N-WA189-051 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil Plankowners leave USS Klakring for the last time. (8591438887) Stock Photo

RMHFCR8P–MAYPORT, Fla. (March 22, 2013) Plankowners from the first crew of the guided-missile frigate USS Klakring (FFG 42) walk off the ship for the last time during its decommissioning ceremony. Klakring is being decommissioned after 29 years of service aboard Naval Station Mayport. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adam Henderson/Released) 130322-N-WA189-051 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil Plankowners leave USS Klakring for the last time. (8591438887)

RMFTEJ6C–MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 18, 2013) – Engineman 3rd Class Corey Linton works with a member of the Albanian Border Police during a bi-lateral visit, board, search and seizure drill with the guided-missile frigate Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58). Samuel B. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fl., is currently on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of responsibility.

RMFTE88W–131205-N-QL471-527 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 5, 2013) - The French Marine Nationale anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643) approaches the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), not shown, during a live-fire exercise. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released)

MAYPORT, Fla. (March 22, 2013) The color guard presents the colors as the official party salutes during a decommissioning ceremony of the guided-missile frigate USS Klakring (FFG 42). Klakring is being decommissioned after 29 years of service aboard Naval Station Mayport. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adam Henderson/Released) 130322-N-WA189-030 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil Sailors present colors at the decommissioning of USS Klakring. (8592539316) Stock Photo

RMHFD149–MAYPORT, Fla. (March 22, 2013) The color guard presents the colors as the official party salutes during a decommissioning ceremony of the guided-missile frigate USS Klakring (FFG 42). Klakring is being decommissioned after 29 years of service aboard Naval Station Mayport. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adam Henderson/Released) 130322-N-WA189-030 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil Sailors present colors at the decommissioning of USS Klakring. (8592539316)

NORFOLK (March 13, 2013) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Carr (FFG 52) cross the brow for the last time following the ship's decommissioning ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk. Carr was commissioned as the 42nd Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate July, 27,1985. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Jesse A. Hyatt/Released) 130313-N-XJ695-072 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil USS Carr is decommissioned. (8558394842) Stock Photo

RMHG0H23–NORFOLK (March 13, 2013) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Carr (FFG 52) cross the brow for the last time following the ship's decommissioning ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk. Carr was commissioned as the 42nd Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate July, 27,1985. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Jesse A. Hyatt/Released) 130313-N-XJ695-072 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil USS Carr is decommissioned. (8558394842)

RMHFDNTM–EVERETT, Wash. (Jan. 25, 2013) A Sailor from the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) tosses the messenger line back to the ship. Ford recently returned to its homeport of Naval Station Everett after an underway. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kole E. Carpenter/Released) 130125-N-JC752-104 Join the conversation http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil A Sailor tosses a messenger line back to the ship. (8426061677)

U.S. Navy Maintenance Technician 1st Class Lyle Evans, selected for promotion to chief petty officer, repaints the wall around the Oliver Hazard Perry Gate at Lapeyrouse Cemetery in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Sept. 8, 2012. The fiscal year 2013 chief petty officer selects assigned to the guided missile frigate USS Underwood (FFG 36), which deployed to Central and South America and the Caribbean in support of Southern Seas 2012, sponsored the community relations project. Southern Seas is a U.S. Southern Command-directed operation designed to strengthen relationships with regional partner nations Stock Photo

RMHFD626–U.S. Navy Maintenance Technician 1st Class Lyle Evans, selected for promotion to chief petty officer, repaints the wall around the Oliver Hazard Perry Gate at Lapeyrouse Cemetery in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Sept. 8, 2012. The fiscal year 2013 chief petty officer selects assigned to the guided missile frigate USS Underwood (FFG 36), which deployed to Central and South America and the Caribbean in support of Southern Seas 2012, sponsored the community relations project. Southern Seas is a U.S. Southern Command-directed operation designed to strengthen relationships with regional partner nations

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept 21, 2013) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Esteban Solis leads a firefighting team during a general quarters drill aboard the guided missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46). (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Corey Barker/released) 130921-N-IC228-004 Join the conversation http://www.navy.mil/viewGallery.asp http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil http://pinterest.com https://plus.google.com USS Rentz holds a damage control drill. (9902296655) Stock Photo

RMHG0JEC–PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept 21, 2013) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Esteban Solis leads a firefighting team during a general quarters drill aboard the guided missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46). (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Corey Barker/released) 130921-N-IC228-004 Join the conversation http://www.navy.mil/viewGallery.asp http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil http://pinterest.com https://plus.google.com USS Rentz holds a damage control drill. (9902296655)

131205-N-QL471-548 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 5, 2013) - The French Marine Nationale anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643) approaches the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), not shown, during a live-fire exercise. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released) Stock Photo

RMFTE894–131205-N-QL471-548 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 5, 2013) - The French Marine Nationale anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643) approaches the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), not shown, during a live-fire exercise. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released)

130624-N-TX54-539 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 24, 2013) Royal Australian Navy frigate HMAS Sydney (FFG 03) comes alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble during Pacific Bond 2013. Pacific Bond 2013 is a U.S. Navy, Royal Australian Navy, and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force maritime exercise designed to improve interoperability and further relations between nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul Kelly/Released) HMAS Sydney (FFG 03) underway during Pacific Bond 2013 Stock Photo

RMHFC2T4–130624-N-TX54-539 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 24, 2013) Royal Australian Navy frigate HMAS Sydney (FFG 03) comes alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble during Pacific Bond 2013. Pacific Bond 2013 is a U.S. Navy, Royal Australian Navy, and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force maritime exercise designed to improve interoperability and further relations between nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul Kelly/Released) HMAS Sydney (FFG 03) underway during Pacific Bond 2013

DURRES, Albania (Aug. 16, 2013) - Cmdr. Erica L. Hoffmann, right, commanding officer of the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58), speaks to Maj. Gen. Xhemal Gjunkshi, chief of the general staff Albanian armed forces, on the bridge during a tour of the ship. Samuel B. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fl., is currently on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of responsibility. Stock Photo

RMFTEJ54–DURRES, Albania (Aug. 16, 2013) - Cmdr. Erica L. Hoffmann, right, commanding officer of the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58), speaks to Maj. Gen. Xhemal Gjunkshi, chief of the general staff Albanian armed forces, on the bridge during a tour of the ship. Samuel B. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fl., is currently on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of responsibility.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (June 20, 2013) A visit, board, search and seizure team from Surface Warfare Detachment 1, embarked aboard the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) searches and secures the Royal Malaysian Navy guided-missile frigate KD Jebat (FFG 29)during a Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Malaysia 2013 exercise. More than 1200 Sailors and Marines are participating in CARAT Malaysia. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Tim Stock Photo

RMHG0HKM–SOUTH CHINA SEA (June 20, 2013) A visit, board, search and seizure team from Surface Warfare Detachment 1, embarked aboard the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) searches and secures the Royal Malaysian Navy guided-missile frigate KD Jebat (FFG 29)during a Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Malaysia 2013 exercise. More than 1200 Sailors and Marines are participating in CARAT Malaysia. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Tim

MAYPORT, Fla. (March 8, 2013) Cmdr. Peter Mirisola, commanding officer of the guided-missile frigate USS Underwood (FFG 36), receives the command pennant from Command Master Chief Michael Bates during the ship's decommissioning ceremony at Naval Station Mayport. Underwood, named for Captain Gordon Waite Underwood, was commissioned on Jan. 29, 1983 as the 29th ship of the Oliver Hazard Perry class of guided-missile frigates, it was on active service for more than 30 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Damian Berg/Released) 130308-N-TC587-077 Join the conversation Stock Photo

RMHG0GYG–MAYPORT, Fla. (March 8, 2013) Cmdr. Peter Mirisola, commanding officer of the guided-missile frigate USS Underwood (FFG 36), receives the command pennant from Command Master Chief Michael Bates during the ship's decommissioning ceremony at Naval Station Mayport. Underwood, named for Captain Gordon Waite Underwood, was commissioned on Jan. 29, 1983 as the 29th ship of the Oliver Hazard Perry class of guided-missile frigates, it was on active service for more than 30 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Damian Berg/Released) 130308-N-TC587-077 Join the conversation

RMHFDNG7–U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 6, 2013) Ensign Miguel Noyola, from Dallas, directs the course of the guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) during a passing exercise with the French frigate Chevalier Paul (D621). Mobile Bay is deployed with the John C. Stennis Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Armando Gonzales/Released) 130206-N-LV331-183 Join the conversation ht

U.S. sailors aboard the guided missile frigate USS Gary (FFG 51) lower a rigid-hull inflatable boat into the water during a man-overboard drill Jan. 16, 2013, in the Caribbean Sea. The Gary was deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility in support of Operation Martillo, a joint, interagency and multinational collaborative effort to deny transnational criminal organizations air and maritime access to the littoral regions of the Central American isthmus. (U.S. Navy photo illustration by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ian W. Anderson) Operation Martillo 130116-N-SB121-032 Stock Photo

RMHFCKK4–U.S. sailors aboard the guided missile frigate USS Gary (FFG 51) lower a rigid-hull inflatable boat into the water during a man-overboard drill Jan. 16, 2013, in the Caribbean Sea. The Gary was deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility in support of Operation Martillo, a joint, interagency and multinational collaborative effort to deny transnational criminal organizations air and maritime access to the littoral regions of the Central American isthmus. (U.S. Navy photo illustration by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ian W. Anderson) Operation Martillo 130116-N-SB121-032

140228-N-YW024-076 SAN DIEGO (Feb. 28, 2014) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) transits San Diego Bay. Deployed since July 25, 2013, the crew of Rentz, in conjunction with Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49 and U.S. Coast Guard law enforcement detachments, disrupted four shipments of cocaine, totaling nearly 2,000 kilograms, in international waters of the Eastern Pacific Ocean off the coast of Central and South America as part of Operation Martillo. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Katarzyna Kobiljak/Released) USS Rentz homecoming. 140228-N Stock Photo

RMHG1XPR–140228-N-YW024-076 SAN DIEGO (Feb. 28, 2014) The guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) transits San Diego Bay. Deployed since July 25, 2013, the crew of Rentz, in conjunction with Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49 and U.S. Coast Guard law enforcement detachments, disrupted four shipments of cocaine, totaling nearly 2,000 kilograms, in international waters of the Eastern Pacific Ocean off the coast of Central and South America as part of Operation Martillo. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Katarzyna Kobiljak/Released) USS Rentz homecoming. 140228-N

U.S. Navy Fire Controlman 3rd Class Levi Wood stands on deck aboard the guided missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) as the French navy anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643) sails nearby during a live-fire exercise Dec. 5, 2013, in the Mediterranean Sea. The Monterey was deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released) USS Monterey operations 131205-N-QL471-519 Stock Photo

RMHG1WNW–U.S. Navy Fire Controlman 3rd Class Levi Wood stands on deck aboard the guided missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) as the French navy anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643) sails nearby during a live-fire exercise Dec. 5, 2013, in the Mediterranean Sea. The Monterey was deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released) USS Monterey operations 131205-N-QL471-519

EVERETT, Wash. (Oct. 31, 2013) Sailors cross the brow of the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) for the last time after the ship's decommissioning ceremony at Naval Station Everett. Ford was commissioned June 29, 1985, in Long Beach, Calif., and served the Navy and the nation for more than 28 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chris Brown/Released) 131031-N-ZF573-073 Join the conversation http://www.navy.mil/viewGallery.asp http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil http://pinterest. Stock Photo

RMHG1W7Y–EVERETT, Wash. (Oct. 31, 2013) Sailors cross the brow of the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) for the last time after the ship's decommissioning ceremony at Naval Station Everett. Ford was commissioned June 29, 1985, in Long Beach, Calif., and served the Navy and the nation for more than 28 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chris Brown/Released) 131031-N-ZF573-073 Join the conversation http://www.navy.mil/viewGallery.asp http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil http://pinterest.

A U.S. Navy SH-60B Seahawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49 takes off from the guided missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) to go on a counter drug patrol in support of Operation Martillo Sept. 21, 2013, in the Pacific Ocean. Operation Martillo is a joint, interagency and multinational collaborative effort to deny transnational criminal organizations air and maritime access to the littoral regions of the Central American isthmus. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Corey Barker/Released) Helicopter takes off from USS Rentz 130921-N-IC228-008 Stock Photo

RMHFC2A4–A U.S. Navy SH-60B Seahawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49 takes off from the guided missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) to go on a counter drug patrol in support of Operation Martillo Sept. 21, 2013, in the Pacific Ocean. Operation Martillo is a joint, interagency and multinational collaborative effort to deny transnational criminal organizations air and maritime access to the littoral regions of the Central American isthmus. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Corey Barker/Released) Helicopter takes off from USS Rentz 130921-N-IC228-008

130919-N-NU634-073 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Sept. 19, 2013) An SH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the Swampfoxes of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HMS) 74 assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) prepares to land on the flight deck of the French navy frigate Aconit (F 713) during a passing exercise. Gravely, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Darien Stock Photo

RMHFCC4A–130919-N-NU634-073 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Sept. 19, 2013) An SH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the Swampfoxes of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HMS) 74 assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) prepares to land on the flight deck of the French navy frigate Aconit (F 713) during a passing exercise. Gravely, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Darien

RMFTEJ5F–DURRES, Albania (Aug. 16, 2013) - Cmdr. Erica L. Hoffmann, right, commanding officer of the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58), speaks to Maj. Gen. Xhemal Gjunkshi, chief of the general staff Albanian armed forces, on the bridge during a tour of the ship. Samuel B. Roberts, homeported in Mayport, Fl., is currently on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of responsibility.

PEARL HARBOR (July 18, 2013) The crew formerly assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Reuben James (FFG 57) declare the ship as all clear during the ship's decommissioning ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Reuben James was the first and is the last guided-missile frigate to be homeported in Pearl Harbor. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dustin W. Sisco/Released) 130718-N-XD424-094 Join the conversation http://www.navy.mil/viewGallery.asp http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil http://pinterest.com https:/ Stock Photo

RMHG0HW3–PEARL HARBOR (July 18, 2013) The crew formerly assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Reuben James (FFG 57) declare the ship as all clear during the ship's decommissioning ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Reuben James was the first and is the last guided-missile frigate to be homeported in Pearl Harbor. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dustin W. Sisco/Released) 130718-N-XD424-094 Join the conversation http://www.navy.mil/viewGallery.asp http://www.facebook.com/USNavy http://www.twitter.com/USNavy http://navylive.dodlive.mil http://pinterest.com https:/

131205-N-QL471-519 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 5, 2013) - Fire Controlman 3rd Class Levi Wood assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) observes the French Marine Nationale anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643) during a live-fire exercise. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released) Stock Photo

RMFTE88T–131205-N-QL471-519 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 5, 2013) - Fire Controlman 3rd Class Levi Wood assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) observes the French Marine Nationale anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643) during a live-fire exercise. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released)

130704-N-ZT599-053 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 4, 2013) Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery, commander of Battle Force U.S. 7th Fleet, left, and Command Master Chief Joseph Fahrey, command master chief of Combined Task Force 70, speak with Royal Australian Navy Cmdr. Karl Brinkman, the commanding officer of the guided-missile frigate HMS Sydney (FRG 03), during a 4th of July celebration and the ship's 21st anniversary ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, protect and defend the collective maritime interests of Stock Photo

RMHFBY71–130704-N-ZT599-053 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 4, 2013) Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery, commander of Battle Force U.S. 7th Fleet, left, and Command Master Chief Joseph Fahrey, command master chief of Combined Task Force 70, speak with Royal Australian Navy Cmdr. Karl Brinkman, the commanding officer of the guided-missile frigate HMS Sydney (FRG 03), during a 4th of July celebration and the ship's 21st anniversary ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, protect and defend the collective maritime interests of

131114-N-VC236-029 SOUDA BAY, Greece (Nov. 14, 2013) - Electronics Technician 2nd Class Zachary Lemke monitors a Turkish frigate from the starboard bridge wing of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) as the ship enters Souda Bay. Ramage is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jackie Hart/Released) Stock Photo

RMFTE7R9–131114-N-VC236-029 SOUDA BAY, Greece (Nov. 14, 2013) - Electronics Technician 2nd Class Zachary Lemke monitors a Turkish frigate from the starboard bridge wing of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) as the ship enters Souda Bay. Ramage is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jackie Hart/Released)

130908-N-FF306-167 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) participate in damage control techniques together at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sail Stock Photo

RMHF971N–130908-N-FF306-167 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) participate in damage control techniques together at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sail

131026-N-QL471-252: MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 26, 2013) - The guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55), left, and the French navy anti-air frigate Cassard (D 614) conduct a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195). Stout is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released) Stock Photo

RMFTE6XJ–131026-N-QL471-252: MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 26, 2013) - The guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55), left, and the French navy anti-air frigate Cassard (D 614) conduct a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195). Stout is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

131120-N-VC236-005: SOUDA BAY, Greece (Nov. 20, 2013) - Lt.j.g. Zishan Hameed, right, and Interior Communications Specialist 2nd Class Malcolm Newkirk monitor a Spanish frigate as it departs Souda Bay from the bridge wing of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61). Ramage is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jackie Hart/Released) Stock Photo

RMFTE80F–131120-N-VC236-005: SOUDA BAY, Greece (Nov. 20, 2013) - Lt.j.g. Zishan Hameed, right, and Interior Communications Specialist 2nd Class Malcolm Newkirk monitor a Spanish frigate as it departs Souda Bay from the bridge wing of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61). Ramage is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jackie Hart/Released)

AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 14, 2013)- Capt. Ayhan Bay, Commander, 4th Frigate Fleet, is piped aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) for a reception celebrating the completion of Dogu Akdeniz Exercise 2013 at Aksaz Naval Base, Turkey. The exercise was hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet, to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Cl Stock Photo

RMFTE7RD–AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 14, 2013)- Capt. Ayhan Bay, Commander, 4th Frigate Fleet, is piped aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) for a reception celebrating the completion of Dogu Akdeniz Exercise 2013 at Aksaz Naval Base, Turkey. The exercise was hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet, to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Cl

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 13, 2013) - The Turkish oiler TCG Akar (A-580) and the Turkish frigate TCG Giresun (F 491), left, prepare to move behind the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) as they participate a high speed maneuvering exercise. The event is part of Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013, hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Stock Photo

RMFTE7MM–MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 13, 2013) - The Turkish oiler TCG Akar (A-580) and the Turkish frigate TCG Giresun (F 491), left, prepare to move behind the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) as they participate a high speed maneuvering exercise. The event is part of Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013, hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass

AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 11, 2013)- From left to right, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55), and the Turkish frigate TCG Giresun (F 491) are moored at Aksaz Naval Base while participating in Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013. The exercise was hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray/Rele Stock Photo

RMFTE7KF–AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 11, 2013)- From left to right, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55), and the Turkish frigate TCG Giresun (F 491) are moored at Aksaz Naval Base while participating in Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013. The exercise was hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray/Rele

130908-N-FF306-194 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) participate in damage control techniques together at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sail Stock Photo

RMHF971P–130908-N-FF306-194 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) participate in damage control techniques together at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sail

AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 11, 2013) - Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) compete against Sailors assigned to the Turkish frigate TCG Giresun (F 491) while inport on Aksaz Naval Base, to support Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013. The exercise was hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Cl Stock Photo

RMFTE7KD–AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 11, 2013) - Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) compete against Sailors assigned to the Turkish frigate TCG Giresun (F 491) while inport on Aksaz Naval Base, to support Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013. The exercise was hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Cl

130908-N-FF306-208 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) participate in damage control techniques together at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sail Stock Photo

RMHF971T–130908-N-FF306-208 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) participate in damage control techniques together at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sail

RMFTE7K9–AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 11, 2013) - Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) compete against Sailors assigned to the Turkish frigate TCG Giresun (F 491) while inport on Aksaz Naval Base, to support Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013. The exercise was hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Cl

131108-N-UD469-202 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 08, 2013) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) follows the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazan (F 101), and the Turkish Frigates TCG Salihreis (F 219) and TCG Barbaros (F 244) into position for a live fire exercise. The evolution was part of the Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013, hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet, to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operat Stock Photo

RMFTE7F9–131108-N-UD469-202 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 08, 2013) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) follows the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazan (F 101), and the Turkish Frigates TCG Salihreis (F 219) and TCG Barbaros (F 244) into position for a live fire exercise. The evolution was part of the Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013, hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet, to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operat

AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 06, 2013)- From left to right, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55), the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazen (F101), and the German frigate FGS Sachsen (F 219) are all moored at Aksaz Naval Base while preparing for the Dogu Akdeniz Exercise which will take place over the next two weeks. The exercise is being hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet, to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet ar Stock Photo

RMFTE7CT–AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 06, 2013)- From left to right, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55), the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazen (F101), and the German frigate FGS Sachsen (F 219) are all moored at Aksaz Naval Base while preparing for the Dogu Akdeniz Exercise which will take place over the next two weeks. The exercise is being hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet, to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet ar

130908-N-FF306-107 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) participate in damage control techniques together at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sail Stock Photo

RMHF971K–130908-N-FF306-107 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) participate in damage control techniques together at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sail

RMFTE7CW–AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 06, 2013)- From left to right, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55), the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazen (F101), and the German frigate FGS Sachsen (F 219) are all moored at Aksaz Naval Base while preparing for the Dogu Akdeniz Exercise which will take place over the next two weeks. The exercise is being hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet, to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet ar

AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 04, 2013)- Chief Quartermaster Luis Teran, left, and Chief Quartermaster Oscar Recarey, both assigned to the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazen (F101), look at the SPS-73 navigational radar on the bridge aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) while at Aksaz Naval Base, Turkey, for a scheduled port visit. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Stock Photo

RMFTE799–AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 04, 2013)- Chief Quartermaster Luis Teran, left, and Chief Quartermaster Oscar Recarey, both assigned to the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazen (F101), look at the SPS-73 navigational radar on the bridge aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) while at Aksaz Naval Base, Turkey, for a scheduled port visit. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd

AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 11, 2013) - Operations Specialist 2nd Class Oscar Valdez, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55), steels a pass from a sailor assigned to the Turkish frigate TCG Giresun (F 491), during a soccer match while inport on Aksaz Naval Base, to support Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013. The exercise was hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of o Stock Photo

RMFTE7KA–AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 11, 2013) - Operations Specialist 2nd Class Oscar Valdez, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55), steels a pass from a sailor assigned to the Turkish frigate TCG Giresun (F 491), during a soccer match while inport on Aksaz Naval Base, to support Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013. The exercise was hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet to support interoperability efforts. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of o

AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 04, 2013) - Chief Quartermaster Luis Teran, assigned to the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazen (F101), looks at navigation charts on the bridge of the bridge aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) during exercise Dogu Akdeniz 13. Stout was invited to participate in Dogu Akdeniz 13, an annual Turkish-led naval training exercise, with forces from the Turkish Coast Guard, Turkish Air Force and ships from Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2). Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operation Stock Photo

RMFTE79A–AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 04, 2013) - Chief Quartermaster Luis Teran, assigned to the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazen (F101), looks at navigation charts on the bridge of the bridge aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) during exercise Dogu Akdeniz 13. Stout was invited to participate in Dogu Akdeniz 13, an annual Turkish-led naval training exercise, with forces from the Turkish Coast Guard, Turkish Air Force and ships from Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2). Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operation

130908-N-FF306-143 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) participate in damage control techniques together at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sail Stock Photo

RMHF971M–130908-N-FF306-143 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) participate in damage control techniques together at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sail

AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 04, 2013) - Lt. Jeffrey Applebaugh, left, and Lt. Cmdr. Armando Castellanos, center-right, give a tour of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) to sailors assigned to the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazen (F101 during exercise Dogu Akdeniz 13. Stout was invited to participate in Dogu Akdeniz 13, an annual Turkish-led naval training exercise, with forces from the Turkish Coast Guard, Turkish Air Force and ships from Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2). Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security Stock Photo

RMFTE798–AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 04, 2013) - Lt. Jeffrey Applebaugh, left, and Lt. Cmdr. Armando Castellanos, center-right, give a tour of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) to sailors assigned to the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazen (F101 during exercise Dogu Akdeniz 13. Stout was invited to participate in Dogu Akdeniz 13, an annual Turkish-led naval training exercise, with forces from the Turkish Coast Guard, Turkish Air Force and ships from Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2). Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security

130908-N-FF306-439 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) greet Chinese sailors from the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sailors train with USS Lake Stock Photo

RMHF971W–130908-N-FF306-439 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 8, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) greet Chinese sailors from the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Linyi (FFG 547), the Fuqing-class fleet oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) and the Luhu-class destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The port visit is part of the U.S. Navy's ongoing effort to maximize opportunities for developing relationships with foreign navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released) Chinese sailors train with USS Lake

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