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Bergen, Norway

191018-N-UN744-1252 HAAKONSVERN NAVAL BASE, Norway (Oct. 18, 2019) Sailors assigned to the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Minnesota (SSN 783) work alongside Norwegian crane operators to secure an MK-48 Advanced Capability torpedo during an ordnance onload at the Haakonsvern Naval Base in Bergen, Norway, Oct. 18, 2019. Minnesota, the 10th ship of the Virginia class, is on a regularly scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Travis Simmons/Released) Share

Bergen, Norway

191018-N-UN744-1259 HAAKONSVERN NAVAL BASE, Norway (Oct. 18, 2019) Sailors assigned to the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Minnesota (SSN 783) work alongside Norwegian crane operators to guide an MK-48 Advanced Capability torpedo into the submarine during an ordnance onload at the Haakonsvern Naval Base in Bergen, Norway, Oct. 18, 2019. Minnesota, the 10th ship of the Virginia class, is on a regularly scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Travis Simmons/Released) Share

191015-N-AS200-0601 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 15, 2019) The Ohio class guided-missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728) prepares to transit the Mediterranean, Oct. 15, 2019. Florida, a 560-foot submarine displacing 18,750 tons of water, recently completed a maintenance availability and is conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Drew Verbis/Released) Share

191015-N-AS200-0614 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 15, 2019) The bridge-crew of the Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728) conducts routine navigation and watch procedures while transiting the Mediterranean Sea, Oct. 15, 2019. Florida, a 560-foot submarine displacing 18,750 tons of water, recently completed a maintenance availability and is conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Drew Verbis/Released) Share

191009-N-NB544-1171 MANILA BAY (Oct. 9, 2019) Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) 57, attached to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, departs the amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) during exercise KAMANDAG 3. KAMANDAG 3, a Philippine-led, bilateral exercise with the U.S., designed to increase counterterrorism, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief capabilities through military exchanges that strengthen partnership and the ability to rapidly respond to crises throughout the Indo-Pacific region. KAMANDAG is an acronym for the Filipino phrase "Kaagapay Ng Mga Mandirigma Ng Dagat," which translates to "Cooperation of Warriors of the Sea," highlighting the partnership between the U.S. and the Philippine militaries. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kyle Carlstrom/Released) Share

Groton, Conn.

191005-N-LW591-0004 GROTON, Conn. (Oct. 5, 2019) Sailors stand in formation during the christening ceremony for the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Oregon (SSN 793), at Electric Boat in Groton, Connecticut, Oct. 5, 2019. PCU Oregon is the second U.S. Navy vessel to be named in honor of the state of Oregon and the 20th Virginia-class fast-attack submarine. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Steven Hoskins/Released) Share

PORT CANAVERAL, Fla.

190927-N-JE719-0003 PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. (Sept. 29, 2018) Sailors assigned to the Virginia-Class attack submarine Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Indiana (SSN 789) speak with WWII veterans who were assigned to the battleship USS Indiana (BB-58) during a barbecue to celebrat the commissioning of the submarine. Indiana is the U.S. Navy’s 16th Virginia-class attack submarine and the third ship named for the state of Indiana. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jeffrey M. Richardson/Released) Share

Apra Harbor, Guam

190925-N-AY639-1016 APRA HARBOR, Guam (Sept. 25, 2019) Lt. James Santelli, from Oyster Bay, N.Y., teaches visitors how to use emergency air breathing devices during a family day cruise aboard Los Angeles-class fast attack subamarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723). USS Oklahoma City is one of four forward-deployed submarines assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron Fifteen.(U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Meagan Morrison/Released) Share

Apra Harbor, Guam

190925-N-VR594-1036 APRA HARBOR, Guam (Sept. 25, 2019) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Robert Hall, assigned to Marianas Island Range Complex (MIRCOPS) Joint Region Marianas, peers through a periscope aboard the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) during a family day cruise. Oklahoma City is one of four forward-deployed submarines assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron Fifteen out of Apra Harbor, Guam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelsey J. Hockenberger) Share

Apra Harbor, Guam

190925-N-VR594-1071 APRA HARBOR, Guam (Sept. 25, 2019) Information System Technician (Submarine) 2nd Class Kristopher Parker,from Hubert, N.C., assigned to the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723), poses for a photo in control during a family day cruise aboard Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City is one of four forward-deployed submarines assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron Fifteen out of Apra Harbor, Guam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelsey J. Hockenberger/Released) Share

Apra Harbor, Guam

190925-N-VR594-1077 APRA HARBOR, Guam (Sept. 25, 2019) Machinists Mate (Weapons) 2nd Class David Gentry, from Buckeye, Ariz., gives a tour of the torpedo room aboard the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) during a family day cruise. Oklahoma City is one of four forward-deployed submarines assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron Fifteen out of Apra Harbor, Guam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelsey J. Hockenberger/Released) Share

Apra Harbor, Guam

190925-N-VR594-1262 APRA HARBOR, Guam (Sept. 25, 2019) Machinists Mate (Nuclear) 3rd Class Blake Edwards, from Rome, Ga., handles line as the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) moors pierside following a family day cruise. Oklahoma City is one of four forward-deployed submarines assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron Fifteen out of Apra Harbor, Guam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelsey J. Hockenberger/Released) Share