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240130-N-TT671-1020 MILLINGTON, Tenn. (Jan. 30, 2024) Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby speaks with Rear Adm. Alexis "Lex" Walker, Commander, Navy Recruiting Command during a visit. Kilby visited Millington to engage with Sailors and meet with leadership to discuss recruiting challenges and initiatives, and pay and personnel, and supporting our Sailors. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Porterfield)
MILLINGTON, Tenn. Feb 01 2024
Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby, speaks with Sailors and civilians assigned to Naval Aviation Schools Command during a visit to Naval Air Station Pensacola, Jan. 31, 2024. Kilby visited Pensacola to engage with Sailors and meet with leadership to discuss recruiting and manning challenges and initiatives, pay and personnel, and supporting our Sailors. Naval Education and Training Command's mission is to recruit, train and deliver those who serve our nation, taking them from street-to-fleet by transforming civilians into highly skilled, operational and combat ready warfighters. (United States Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Zachary Melvin)
PENSACOLA, Fla. Feb 01 2024
Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby, speaks with recruiters assigned to the Navy Recruiting and Orientation Unit during a visit to Naval Air Station Pensacola, Jan. 31, 2024. Kilby visited Pensacola to engage with Sailors and meet with leadership to discuss recruiting and manning challenges and initiatives, pay and personnel, and supporting our Sailors. Naval Education and Training Command's mission is to recruit, train and deliver those who serve our nation, taking them from street-to-fleet by transforming civilians into highly skilled, operational and combat ready warfighters. (United States Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Zachary Melvin)
PENSACOLA, Fla. Feb 01 2024
WASHINGTON (Jan. 5, 2024) - Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti presents Adm. James Kilby with the Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) flag during an assumption of office ceremony held at the Pentagon, Jan. 5. Kilby assumed the duties and responsibilities as the 43rd VCNO during the ceremony. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray)
WASHINGTON Jan 05 2024
WASHINGTON (Jan. 5, 2024) - Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro delivers remarks during an assumption of office ceremony for Adm. James Kilby held at the Pentagon, Jan. 5. Kilby assumed the duties and responsibilities of the 43rd Vice Chief of Naval Operations during the ceremony. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray)
WASHINGTON Jan 05 2024
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 18, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric Smith, and Royal Navy First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff Adm. Sir Ben Key tour the HMS Prince of Wales (R09), Oct. 18. While aboard, Franchetti, Smith and Key signed the Delivering Combined Seapower (DCS) charter, which is intended to achieve the Service Chiefs’ combined vision for US-UK interoperability moving toward interchangeability. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray)
ATLANTIC OCEAN Oct 18 2023
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 18, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric Smith, and Royal Navy First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff Adm. Sir Ben Key, tour the HMS Prince of Wales (R09), Oct. 18. While aboard, Franchetti, Smith and Key signed the Delivering Combined Seapower (DCS) charter, which is intended to achieve the Service Chiefs’ combined vision for US-UK interoperability moving toward interchangeability. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray)
ATLANTIC OCEAN Oct 18 2023
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Oct. 21, 2023) -- Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with United States Naval Academy Midshipmen before an NCAA football game against the U.S. Air Force Academy at Navy Marine Corps Stadium, Oct. 21, 2023. This is the 56th Navy-Air Force football game, with Air Force leading the all-time series 33-22. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonteil Johnson/Released)
ANNAPOLIS, Md. Oct 21 2023
POTOMAC, Md. (Oct. 23, 2023) -- Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti speaks to new flag officers, command master chiefs, senior executive service members and their spouses, during the Navy New Flag Officer and Senior Executive Symposium (NFLEX) at the Bolger Center, Oct. 23. Franchetti answered questions and discussed the transition from being successful managers to becoming executive leaders during the symposium. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray)
POTOMAC, Md. Oct 23 2023
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Oct. 21, 2023) -- Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric Smith, and Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro cheer on the United States Naval Academy Midshipmen during an NCAA football game against the U.S. Air Force Academy at Navy Marine Corps Stadium, Oct. 21, 2023. This is the 56th Navy-Air Force football game, with Air Force leading the all-time series 33-22. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonteil Johnson/Released)
ANNAPOLOIS, Md. Oct 21 2023
WASHINGTON (Oct. 14, 2023) -- Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea cut the cake at the 248th U.S. Navy Birthday Ball at Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park, Oct. 14. This year's ball was hosted by the Navy League and the theme is "248 years of Power, Presence and Protection." (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/released)
WASHINGTON Oct 15 2023
WASHINGTON (Oct. 14, 2023) -- Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti delivers remarks at the 248th U.S. Navy Birthday Ball at Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park, Oct. 14. This year's ball was hosted by the Navy League and the theme is "248 years of Power, Presence and Protection." (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/released)
WASHINGTON Oct 15 2023
WASHINGTON - Vice Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Lisa Franchetti and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea cut the Navy birthday cake during the Chief of Naval Operations Navy birthday celebration at the Pentagon in Washington D.C., Oct. 13, 2023. This year's theme to commemorate the Navy's 248th birthday is Power, Presence, and Protection,” highlighting the U.S Navy’s historical and long-standing commitment to being forward deployed, highly trained, and dedicated to defending American interests at sea, on land, and in the sky. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Anastasia McCarroll)
WASHINGTON Oct 15 2023
MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 11, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea hold an all-hands call with Sailors while visiting Naval Station Mayport, Oct. 11. Franchetti and Honea visited Naval Station Mayport, Naval Air Station Jacksonville, and Naval Air Station Key West to engage with Sailors and to observe the U.S. Navy’s Hybrid Fleet event. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray)
MAYPORT, Fla. Oct 11 2023
MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 11, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea hold an all-hands call with Sailors while visiting Naval Station Mayport, Oct. 11. Franchetti and Honea visited Naval Station Mayport, Naval Air Station Jacksonville, and Naval Air Station Key West to engage with Sailors and to observe the U.S. Navy’s Hybrid Fleet event. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray)
MAYPORT, Fla. Oct 11 2023
KEY WEST, Fla. (Oct. 11, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti receives a platform familiarization tour during the Navy’s Hybrid Fleet event held at Naval Station Key West, Oct. 11. The event aims to test various unmanned aerial and surface systems in order to strengthen and increase warfighter capabilities. Earlier this year, U.S. 4th Fleet was selected to operationalize 5th Fleet’s innovative use of cutting-edge technology as part of a continuous campaign of learning. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray)
KEY WEST, Fla. Oct 11 2023
MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 11, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti sees an MQ-4C Triton Unmanned Aircraft System while visiting Naval Station Mayport, Oct. 11. Franchetti and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea visited Naval Station Mayport, Naval Air Station Jacksonville, and Naval Air Station Key West to engage with Sailors and to observe the U.S. Navy’s Hybrid Fleet event. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray)
MAYPORT, Fla. Oct 11 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – International alumni of the U.S. Naval War College, including the U.S. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro and heads of navies and coast guards pose for a photo during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS) in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Kristopher Burris/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with U.S. Ambassador to Australia Caroline Kennedy during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 21, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Indian Navy Chief of the Naval Staff Adm. Hari Kumar Radhakrishnan during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 21. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 22, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Chief of Staff of the Spanish Navy Adm. Antonio Piñeiro during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 22. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Chief of Naval Staff, Indonesian Navy Adm. Muhammad Ali during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 21, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Commander of the Colombian Navy Adm. Francisco Hernando Cubides Granados during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 21. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 21, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Commander in Chief of the Chilean Navy Adm. Juan Andrés De La Maza Larraín during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 21. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 21, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Commander, Royal Saudi Naval Forces Adm. Fahad Al-Ghofaily during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 21. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 22, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Chief of Staff of the Spanish Navy Adm. Antonio Piñeiro during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 22. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 21, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Commander in Chief, Israeli Navy, Vice Adm. David Saar Salama during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 21. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Commander of the Colombian Navy Adm. Francisco Hernando Cubides Granados for during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Commander in Chief of the Chilean Navy Admiral Juan Andrés De La Maza Larraín during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 19, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Commander in Chief, Israeli Navy, Vice Admiral David Saar Salama at the welcoming reception of the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 19. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 21, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Chief of the German Navy Vice Adm. Jan Christian Kaack for during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 21. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti speaks with Admiral Enrico Credendino, Chief of the Italian Navy during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Second Class Jonteil L. Johnson/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 19, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Chief of Staff of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Admiral Ryo Sakai during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 19. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 19, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Chief of the French Naval Operations Admiral Nicolas Robert Marie Vaujour during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 19. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 19, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Chief of Royal Australian Navy Vice Adm. Mark Hammond during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 19. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Director of Defense Planning and Project Management Directorate Rear Adm. Gökçen Firat and Commander of the Turkish Naval Forces Admiral Ercüment Tatlioglu during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 19, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with The Republic of Korea Vice Chief of Naval Operations Vice Adm. Donghun Kang during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 19. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Commander of the Turkish Naval Forces Admiral Ercüment Tatlioglu during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with Commander in Chief of the Peruvian Navy Admiral Luis Jose Polar Figari during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti speaks with Rear Admiral Gökçen Firat, Director of Defense Planning and Project Management Directorate, Türkiye's first female flag officer, during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Second Class Jonteil L. Johnson/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti speaks with Admiral Ercüment TATLIOĞLU, Commander of the Turkish Naval Forces during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Second Class Jonteil L. Johnson/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti speaks with Admiral Enrico Credendino, Chief of the Italian Navy during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 20. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Second Class Jonteil L. Johnson/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 19, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti meets with The Royal Navy First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Sir Benjamin John Key during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, R.I, Sept. 19. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/Released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Oct 04 2023
LEESBURG, Va. (Oct. 03, 2023) - Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) Adm. Lisa Franchetti speaks to the U.S. Marine Corps’ (USMC) senior officers at the USMC Executive & General Officer Offsite Symposium in Leesburg, Va., Oct. 3. During her remarks, Franchetti discussed her vision for continued integration for the U.S. Navy and USMC team. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/Released)
LEESBURG, Va. Oct 03 2023
VCNO Adm. Lisa Franchetti renders honors during a commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the Washington Navy Yard shooting.
WASHINGTON Sep 15 2023
Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti delivers a letter to Navy Chief Petty Officers, Sept. 29.
WASHINGTON Sep 29 2023
WASHINGTON (Sep. 14, 2023) - Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti answers questions from members of the Senate Armed Services Committee during her confirmation hearing at the Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C., Sep. 14 2023. Franchetti was nominated to become the next Chief of Naval Operations by President Joseph R. Biden. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray)
WASHINGTON Sep 14 2023
Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti speaks virtually at the Surface Warfare Flag Officer Training Symposium, Sept. 13. The symposium provides flag officers from the surface community a venue to discuss the Navy’s roles, responsibilities, and future needs. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Gray/released)
WASHINGTON Sep 13 2023
WASHINGTON (Sep. 11, 2023) - Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti pays her respects in the Navy Reflection Room, the site of the Navy Operations Center destroyed during the attack on the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001. Franchetti participated in the 9/11 observance ceremony at the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial honoring the 184 lives lost in the 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/released)
WASHINGTON Sep 11 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Aug. 30, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti participates in classified discussions at the CNO Futures Wargame in Newport, Rhode Island, Aug. 30. The CNO Futures Wargame is a forum for senior officers and civilians to discuss enduring roles and missions for the future Navy, and concepts and capabilities required for its employment. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Aug 31 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Aug. 30, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti poses for a photo with senior officers and civilians at the CNO Futures Wargame in Newport, Rhode Island, Aug. 30. The CNO Futures Wargame is a forum for senior officers and civilians to discuss enduring roles and missions for the future Navy, and concepts and capabilities required for its employment. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Aug 31 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Aug. 29, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti attends the ninth annual Southeastern New England Defense Industry (SENEDIA) Defense Innovation Days, in Newport, R.I., Aug. 29. Defense Innovation Days is a three-day conference that brings together national security experts and policymakers with defense industry leaders developing innovative technologies and the next-generation workforce. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Aug 29 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Aug. 29, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti delivers remarks at the ninth annual Southeastern New England Defense Industry (SENEDIA) Defense Innovation Days, Aug. 29. Defense Innovation Days is a three-day conference that brings together national security experts and policymakers with defense industry leaders developing innovative technologies and the next-generation workforce. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Aug 29 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Aug. 30, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti poses for a photo with senior officers and civilians at the CNO Futures Wargame in Newport, Rhode Island, Aug. 30. The CNO Futures Wargame is a forum for senior officers and civilians to discuss enduring roles and missions for the future Navy, and concepts and capabilities required for its employment. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Aug 31 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Aug. 30, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti participates in classified discussions at the CNO Futures Wargame in Newport, Rhode Island, Aug. 30. The CNO Futures Wargame is a forum for senior officers and civilians to discuss enduring roles and missions for the future Navy, and concepts and capabilities required for its employment. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Aug 31 2023
NEWPORT, R.I. (Aug. 29, 2023) – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti delivers remarks at the ninth annual Southeastern New England Defense Industry (SENEDIA) Defense Innovation Days, Aug. 29. Defense Innovation Days is a three-day conference that brings together national security experts and policymakers with defense industry leaders developing innovative technologies and the next-generation workforce. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda R. Gray/released)
NEWPORT, R.I. Aug 29 2023
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Aug. 14, 2023) Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti delivers remarks during a relinquishment of office ceremony at the United States Naval Academy, Aug. 14. In accordance with Title 10 of United States Code 8035, the Vice Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Lisa Franchetti, will perform the duties of the Chief of Naval Operations until a 33rd Chief of Naval Operations is appointed. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael Zingaro/Released)
Annapolis, Md. Aug 14 2023
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Aug. 14, 2023) - Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Gilday is relieved by Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti during the relinquishment of office ceremony held at the United States Naval Academy, Aug. 14. In accordance with Title 10 of United States Code 8035, Vice Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Lisa Franchetti, will perform the duties of the CNO until a 33rd Chief of Naval Operations is appointed. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael Zingaro/Released)
Annapolis, Md. Aug 14 2023
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Aug. 14, 2023) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Gilday is relieved by Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti, during the relinquishment of office ceremony held at the United States Naval Academy, Aug. 14. In accordance with Title 10 of United States Code 8035, the Franchetti will perform the duties of the CNO until a 33rd Chief of Naval Operations is appointed. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael Zingaro/Released)
Annapolis, Md. Aug 14 2023

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Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti issued a message to the fleet for Suicide Prevention Month 2023.
WASHINGTON, District of Columbia Sep 30 2023
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Aug. 14, 2023) -- Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti, delivers a message to the Fleet. In accordance with Title 10 of United States Code 8035, Vice Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Lisa Franchetti will perform the duties of the Chief of Naval Operations until a 33rd Chief of Naval Operations is appointed. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael B. Zingaro/released)
District of Columbia Aug 14 2023

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