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ARABIAN GULF (Aug. 22, 2017) Airman Christopher Francis, from Atlanta, holds a push back bar as he waits to conduct flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), Aug. 22, 2017, in the Arabian Gulf. Nimitz is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. While in this region, the ship and strike group are conducting maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, preserve freedom of navigation, and maintain the free flow of commerce. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Holly L. Herline/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Aug. 21, 2017) A Sailor checks the cockpit of an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Black Knights" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154 while an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Wolf Pack" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 75 prepares to land aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Arabian Gulf. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Leon Wong/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Aug. 21, 2017) Sailors run to clear the way for a landing aircraft on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Arabian Gulf. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kennishah J. Maddux/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Aug. 21, 2017) Sailors participate in aircraft handling operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Arabian Gulf. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kennishah J. Maddux/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Aug. 22, 2017) Explosive ordinance disposal personnel participate in a fast-rope exercise with an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, from the "Eightballers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), Aug. 22, 2017, in the Arabian Gulf. Nimitz is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. While in this region, the ship and strike group are conducting maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, preserve freedom of navigation, and maintain the free flow of commerce. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston A. Mohr/Released)

 

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ARABIAN GULF (Aug. 23, 2017) Marines assigned to the "Death Rattlers" of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 323 prepare for flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. While in the region, the ship and its carrier strike group are conducting maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, preserve freedom of navigation and maintain the free flow of commerce. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Elesia K. Patten/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Aug. 23, 2017) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Death Rattlers" of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 323 prepares to take off from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Elesia K. Patten/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 23, 2017) A Sailor assigned to the "Grandmasters" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46 prepares a .50-caliber machine gun on an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter for a live-fire exercise aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79). Oscar Austin is on a routine deployment supporting U.S. national security interests in Europe, and increasing theater security cooperation and forward naval presence in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)

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CORAL SEA (Aug. 22, 2017) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 approaches the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). Bonhomme Richard is the flagship of its expeditionary strike group, which is operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sarah Villegas/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Aug. 23, 2017) Sailors prepare to perform a 364-day special inspection on the H60R fuel tanks from an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Wolf Pack" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 75 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. While in this region, the ship and its carrier strike group are conducting maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, preserve freedom of navigation, and maintain the free flow of commerce. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kennishah J. Maddux/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 24, 2017) Sailors prepare an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Grandmasters" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46 for flight operations on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79). Oscar Austin is on a routine deployment supporting U.S. national security interests in Europe, and increasing theater security cooperation and forward naval presence in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)

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CORAL SEA (Aug. 24, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Tiffanie Allenderriley, from Joplin, Mo., signals to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter pilot, assigned to the "Island Knights" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) during a vertical replenishment. Bonhomme Richard, flagship of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group, is operating in the Indo-Asia Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kyle Carlstrom/Released)

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RIGA, Latvia (Aug. 25, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS James E. Williams (DDG 95) pulls into Riga, Latvia, Aug. 25, 2017. James E. Williams, home-ported in Norfolk, is on a routine deployment to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Colbey Livingston/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Aug. 23, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Esmeralda Hernandez, assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22), directs an UH-1Y Venom helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 (Reinforced) on the flight deck. San Diego is part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, which is operating in the Indo-Asia Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin A. Schoenberger/Released)

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CORAL SEA (Aug. 24, 2017) Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Brice Mora observes a replenishment-at-sea on the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Island Knights" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25. Bonhomme Richard is the flagship of its expeditionary strike group, which is operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cameron McCulloch/Released)

 

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PORTLAND, Ore. (Aug. 25, 2017) The submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) undergoes a fleeting( change of position) while in dry-dock in Portland, Ore. Frank Cable is in Portland for a scheduled dry-dock phase maintenance availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Heather C. Wamsley/Released)

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GOA, India (Aug. 24,2017) The amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) is pierside in Goa, India, to experience the city's rich culture and history as part of their scheduled patrol in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. F. Cordoba/Released)

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CORAL SEA (Aug. 21, 2017) A Marine assigned to the "Tomcats" of Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 311 conducts maintenance on an AV-8B Harrier on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). Bonhomme Richard is on a routine deployment in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sarah Villegas/Released)

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FORT EUSTIS, Va. (Aug. 5, 2017) Marines assigned to the Maritime Raid Force (MRF), 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU) and Sailors assigned to the "Ghostriders" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28 utilize an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter to hoist a simulated casualty during visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) training at Fort Eustis, Va. VBSS is a two-week long training that allows the MRF to rehearse ship operations and enhance unit readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexis C. Schneider/Released)

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BERGEN, Norway (Aug. 27, 2017) Sonar Technician (Surface) 2nd Class Giovina Velez, left, and Gunner's Mate Seaman Clay Crowder man an M240B machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) as the ship arrives in Bergen, Norway, for a port visit. Oscar Austin is on a routine deployment supporting U.S. national security interests in Europe, and increasing theater security cooperation and forward naval presence in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)

 

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Battle Group Poland U.S. scout platoon conducts a dry fire lane in preparation for upcoming squad live fire exercises near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area August 28. The unique, multinational battle group, comprised of U.S., U.K. and Romanian soldiers serve with the Polish 15th Mechanized Brigade as a deterrence force in northeast Poland in support of NATO’s Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army photos by Spc. Kevin Wang/ Released)

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Airmen from the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Special Tactics Squadron prepare to deploy from the Kentucky Air National Guard Base in Louisville, Ky., Aug. 27, 2017, for Texas, where they will assist with rescue and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. The Airmen are specialists in swift-water an confined-space rescue. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Horton)

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Coast Guard Air Station Houston responds to search and rescue requests after Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Texas, Aug. 27, 2017. The Coast Guard worked closely with all local and state emergency operation centers and established incident command posts to manage Coast Guard storm operations.
(U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Johanna Strickland.)

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Texas National Guard soldiers arrive in Houston, Texas to aid citizens in heavily flooded areas from the storms of Hurricane Harvey. (Photos by Lt. Zachary West , 100th MPAD)

 

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U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 2/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), participate in a nighttime raid as part of Amphibious Squadron-MEU Integration Training (PMINT), Camp Lejeune, N.C., July 16, 2017. The purpose of PMINT was to conduct joint operations between the 26th MEU and supporting elements in preparation for the deployment of both U.S. Navy Sailors and Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tojyea G. Matally)

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Hyeong D. Yun, a machine gunner with Battalion Landing Team 2/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), sets security during a nighttime raid as part of Amphibious Squadron-MEU Integration Training (PMINT), Camp Lejeune, N.C., July 16, 2017. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tojyea G. Matally)

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U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Alexander E. Penick, right, a team leader with Battalion Landing Team 2/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), discusses operations with Sgt. Christophe J. Chandler, a platoon sergeant, during a patrol as part of Amphibious Squadron-MEU Integration Training (PMINT), Camp Lejeune, N.C., July 16, 2017. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tojyea G. Matally)

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U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman Seaman Tanner J. Loos, with Battalion Landing Team 2/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), sets security following an insertion from a CH-53E Super Stallion as part of Amphibious Squadron-MEU Integraton Training (PMINT), Camp Lejeune, N.C., July 16, 2017. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tojyea G. Matally)

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A U.S. Marine with the Maritime Raid Force (MRF), 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), utilizes an M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System (SASS) during a visit, board, search and seizure mission during Realistic Urban Training (RUT) at Camp Davis South, N.C., Aug. 20, 2017. RUT provides the MEU an opportunity to train in unfamiliar environments in preparation for an upcoming deployment at sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexis C. Schneider)

 

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BERGEN, Norway (Aug. 27, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) arrives in Bergen, Norway, for a scheduled port visit Aug. 27, 2017. Oscar Austin is on a routine deployment supporting U.S. national security interests in Europe, and increasing theater security cooperation and forward naval presence in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 27, 2017) Sailors assigned to the Fighting Checkmates of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211 move an engine in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman has successfully completed flight deck certifications and is underway preparing for a tailored ship's training availability and final evaluation problem. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Thomas Bonaparte Jr./Released)

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KINGS BAY, Ga. (Aug 25, 2017) The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Maryland (SSBN 738) returns to its homeport at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga., following a strategic deterrent patrol. Maryland is the fourth U.S. Navy boat named in honor of the state. The boat is one of five ballistic-missile submarines stationed at the base and is capable of carrying up to 20 submarine-launched ballistic missiles with multiple warheads. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Bradley J. Gee/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 27, 2017) A close-in weapons system fires during a live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is underway conducting routine shipboard certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryre Arciaga/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 26, 2017) Sailors prepare to attach chocks and chains to an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Grandmasters" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46, Det. 1, on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) Aug. 26, 2017. Oscar Austin is on a routine deployment supporting U.S. national security interests in Europe, and increasing theater security cooperation and forward naval presence in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)

 

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Returning from a five-hour mission, the first of Exercise Ample Strike 2017, a B-52 Stratofortress prepares to touch down at Royal Air Force Fairford, United Kingdom, Aug. 28, 2017. Ample Strike is a Czech Republic-led live exercise that offers advance Air/Land Integration training to Forward Air Controllers, Joint Terminal Attack Controllers and Close Air Support aircrews. It also demonstrates the commitment between the U.S. and its European defense partners to promote regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Ted Daigle/ released)

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A B-52 Stratofortress heads for the runway as it prepares for take off on the first day of Exercise Ample Strike at Royal Air Force Fairford, United Kingdom, Aug. 28, 2017. Ample Strike is a Czech Republic-led live exercise that offers advance Air/Land Integration training to Forward Air Controllers, Joint Terminal Attack Controllers and Close Air Support aircrews. It also demonstrates the commitment between the U.S. and its European defense partners to promote regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Ted Daigle/released)

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A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer aircraft assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, deployed from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, prepares to takeoff from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 20, 2017. The lancers conducted bilateral training mission with Royal Australian Air Force Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs), July 20 as part of Talisman Saber 17 a training exercise designed to maximize combined training opportunities and conduct maritime preposition and logistics operations in the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photos/Tech. Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger)

 

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TACLOBAN, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 14, 2013) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Eric Chiarito, left, from Hyde Park, N.Y., and Marine Sgt. Jonathan Thornton, from Lake Havasu, Ariz., load supplies onto a forklift at Tacloban Air Base in support of Operation Damayan. The George Washington Carrier Strike Group and the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade are assisting the Philippine government in response to the aftermath of typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda in the Republic of the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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TACLOBAN, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 14, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Island Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 drops supplies onto Tacloban Air Base in support of Operation Damayan. The George Washington Carrier Strike Group and the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade are assisting the Philippine government in response to the aftermath of typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda in the Republic of the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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TACLOBAN, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 14, 2013) Naval Aircrewman 2nd Class Justin Peach, right, from Riverside, Calif., prepares to drop supplies from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12, into Tacloban in support of Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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TACLOBAN, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 14, 2013) A Marine Corps KC-130 prepares to transport evacuees from Tacloban Air Base to the Manila area in support of Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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TACLOBAN, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 14, 2013) MV-22 Ospreys assigned to the Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 261, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, load supplies to provide aid during Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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MANILA, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 12, 2013) An Airman with the Philippine Air Force helps offload Filipino civilians out of a U.S. Marine Corps C-130 Hercules aircraft at Villamor Air Base. Marines and sailors with the 3rd. MEB are supporting the Philippine Armed Forces in providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief to affected areas throughout the Republic of the Philippines following Typhoon Haiyan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Codey Underwood/Released)

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MANILA, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 12, 2013) U.S. Marines Staff Sgt. Jacques Mason, a crew master with Marine Aerial Refueling Transport Squadron 152, from High Springs, Fla., and Cpl. Zachery Stapf, a landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, from Atlanta, both currently assigned to the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, help offload an injured Filipino civilian out of a U.S. Marine Corps C-130 Hercules aircraft at Villamor Air Base. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Codey Underwood/Released)

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MANILA, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 12, 2013) 1st Lt. Josiah Stephen, from Valdosta, Ga., an intelligence officer with Marine Aerial Refueling Transport Squadron 152, currently assigned to the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, helps offload a Filipino civilian out of a U.S. Marine Corps C-130 Hercules aircraft at Villamor Air Base. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Codey Underwood/Released)

 

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A Soldier with the Texas Army National Guard keeps an eye on rising floodwaters in a Houston neighborhood while working to rescue those stranded by Hurricane Harvey, Monday, August 28, 2017. More than 12,000 members of the Texas National Guard have been called out to support local authorities in response to the storm. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Tim Pruitt)

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A U.S. Soldier with the Texas Army National Guard rescues a family's pet as floodwaters from Hurricane Harvey continue to rise, Monday, August 28, 2017, Houston, Texas. More than 12,000 members of the Texas National Guard have been called out to support local authorities in response to the storm. (U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Zachary West)

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Soldiers with the Texas Army National Guard ready their trucks as they make their way through Houston while floodwaters from Hurricane Harvey continue to rise, Monday, August 28, 2017. More than 12,000 members of the Texas National Guard have been called out to support local authorities in response to the storm. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Tim Pruitt)

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Soldiers with the Texas Army National Guard rescue Houston residents as floodwaters from Hurricane Harvey continue to rise, Monday, August 28, 2017. More than 12,000 members of the Texas National Guard have been called out to support local authorities in response to the storm. (U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Zachary West)

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A Coast Guard aircrew assists infant during the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey in the greater Houston Metro Area Aug. 29, 2017. The Coast Guard has pulled assets and resources from across the country to create a sustainable response force.
U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Chase Redditt.

 

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U.S. Soldiers with the Texas Army National Guard rescue Houston residents as floodwaters from Hurricane Harvey continue to rise, Aug. 28, 2017. More than 12,000 members of the Texas National Guard have been called out to support local authorities in response to the storm. (U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Zachary West)

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A CBP(US Customs and Border Patrol) Air and Marine Operations helicopter rescues people from danger during Hurricane Harvey rescue operations on August 29, 2017.

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Texas National Guard soldiers arrive in Houston, Texas to aid citizens in heavily flooded areas from the storms of Hurricane Harvey. (Photos by Lt. Zachary West , 100th MPAD)

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Airmen from the 71st Rescue Squadron load cargo into a HC-130J Combat King II in preparation for rescue operations following Hurricane Harvey Aug. 28, 2017 at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth, Texas. Hurricane Harvey made landfall in southeastern Texas, bringing record flooding and destruction to the region. U.S. military assets supported FEMA as well las state and local authorities in rescue and relief efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ian Hoachlander)

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HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD, GA -- Soldiers assigned to C Company, 63rd Expeditionary Signal Battalion, 35th Theater Tactical Signal Brigade moving vehicles and equipment onto a C-17 Globemaster III before their relief deployment to Texas in support of Hurricane Harvey. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Victor Everhart Jr.)

 

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USS John Paul Jones Aegis BMD System Intercepts Target Missile

KAUAI, Hawaii (NNS) -- The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and U.S. Navy sailors aboard USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) successfully conducted a complex missile defense flight test, resulting in the intercept of a medium-range ballistic missile (MRBM) target using Standard Missile (SM) 6 guided missiles during a test off the coast of Hawaii Aug. 30.

John Paul Jones detected and tracked a target missile launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility on Kauai, Hawaii, with its onboard AN/SPY-1 radar and onboard SM-6 missiles executed the intercept.

"We are working closely with the fleet to develop this important new capability, and this was a key milestone in giving our Aegis BMD (Ballistic Missile Defense) ships an enhanced capability to defeat ballistic missiles in their terminal phase," said MDA Director Lt. Gen. Sam Greaves. "We will continue developing ballistic missile defense technologies to stay ahead of the threat as it evolves."

This test, designated Flight Test Standard Missile (FTM) 27 Event 2, marks the second time that an SM-6 missile has successfully intercepted a medium-range ballistic missile target.

Aegis BMD is the naval component of the Ballistic Missile Defense System. MDA and the U.S. Navy cooperatively manage the Aegis BMD program. Additional information about all elements of the ballistic missile defense system can be found here

 

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NORFOLK (Aug. 30, 2017) Marines assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU) get off their buses and prepare to stage their packs at Naval Station Norfolk. The 26th MEU is stationed at Camp Lejeune, N.C., and are preparing to embark the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) in support of disaster relief operations in Houston, Texas. (Marine Corps Photo by Master Sgt. Ryan O'Hare/Released)

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NORFOLK (Aug. 30, 2017) Marines assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU) embark the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is onloading personnel, equipment and supplies in preparation to assist with disaster relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. U.S. military assets are supporting FEMA as well as state and local authorities in rescue and relief efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Deven B. King/Released)

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NORFOLK (Aug. 30, 2017) A medium tactical vehicle replacement disembarks a landing craft, air cushion assigned to Assault Craft Unit 4 in the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is onloading personnel, equipment and supplies in preparation to assist with disaster relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. U.S. military assets are supporting FEMA as well as state and local authorities in rescue and relief efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kaitlyn E. Eads/Released)

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NORFOLK (Aug. 30, 2017) A landing craft, air cushion assigned to Assault Craft Unit 4 enters the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is onloading personnel, equipment and supplies in preparation to assist with disaster relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. U.S. military assets are supporting FEMA as well as state and local authorities in rescue and relief efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Eduardo Jorge/Released)

 

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NORFOLK (Aug. 30, 2017) Sailors man the rails of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) as the ship departs Naval Station Norfolk. Wasp is transiting to Sasebo, Japan, to conduct a turnover with the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) as the forward-deployed flagship of the amphibious forces in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Levingston Lewis/Released)

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NORFOLK (Aug. 30, 2017) The amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) departs Naval Station Norfolk. Wasp is transiting to Sasebo, Japan, to conduct a turnover with the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) as the forward-deployed flagship of the amphibious forces in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Wolpert/Released)

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MANAMA, Bahrain (Aug. 28, 2017) Sailors and Marines assigned to Naval Amphibious Forces, Task Force 51, 5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (TF 51/5), tour the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) while in port in Bahrain. TF-51/5 is an integrated team entrusted with rapidly aggregating crisis response capabilities and positioning Navy and Marine Corps forces throughout the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command area of operations to ensure command and control of forces at sea and ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jessica Lucio/Released)

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COLLEGE STATION, Texas (Aug. 30, 2017) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7 launches with assigned crew members and Airmen from the 48th Rescue Squadron for joint search and rescue operations utilizing Air Force small boats throughout the areas affected by Hurricane Harvey. The U.S. Navy and Air Force have sent personnel and aircraft to the area to bolster Northern Command's support of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's disaster response efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Christopher Lindahl/Released)

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BAHRAIN (Aug. 28, 2017) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) take part in a raft water slide during a port visit to Bahrain. Nimitz is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. While in this region, the ship and its carrier strike group are conducting maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, preserve freedom of navigation, and maintain the free flow of commerce. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Leon Wong/Released)

 

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Terrible situation for all the people and families who are suffering the effects of Hurricane Harvey, my thoughts and prayers go out to them.

 

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Brilliant effort and much respect to the Servicemen and women of the USA

Terrible situation for all the people and families who are suffering the effects of Hurricane Harvey, my thoughts and prayers go out to them.

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VIDOR, Texas (Aug. 31, 2017) Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Jansen Schamp, a native of Denver, Colorado and assigned to the Dragon Whales of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28, rescues two dogs at Pine Forrest Elementary School, a shelter that required evacuation after flood waters from Hurricane Harvey reached its grounds. The mission resulted in the rescue of seven adults, seven children and four dogs. U.S. Fleet Forces Command sent personnel and assets to bolster Northern Command's support of FEMA's assistance to federal, state and local authorities ongoing relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Hurricane Harvey formed in the Gulf of Mexico and made landfall in southeastern Texas, bringing record flooding and destruction to the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Christopher Lindahl/Released)

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VIDOR, Texas (Aug. 31, 2017) Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Jansen Schamp, a native of Denver, Colorado and assigned to the Dragon Whales of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28, reassures a family after a rescue at Pine Forrest Elementary School, a shelter that required evacuation after flood waters from Hurricane Harvey reached its grounds. (U.S. Navy Video by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Christopher Lindahl/Released)

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BEAUMONT, Texas (Aug. 31, 2017) Evacuees show appreciation to Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Jansen Schamp, a native of Denver, Colorado and assigned to the Dragon Whales of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28, after a rescue at Pine Forrest Elementary School, a shelter that required evacuation after flood waters from Hurricane Harvey reached its grounds. The mission resulted in the rescue of seven adults, seven children and four dogs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Christopher Lindahl/Released)

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BEAUMONT, Texas (Aug. 31, 2017) A child shows appreciation to Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Rion Johnson, a native of Ponte Vedra Beach, Fl and assigned to the Dragon Whales of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28, after a group rescue of people and dogs at a shelter that required evacuation after flood waters from Hurricane Harvey reached its grounds. The mission resulted in the rescue of seven adults, seven children and four dogs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Christopher Lindahl/Released)

 

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US military sends warships, aircraft to Texas

This article is rather lengthy. Take a little time and read it. The US military response to HH is MASSIVE!

 

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TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. - Marines fire an M2 .50 caliber machine gun, mounted to an amphibious assault vehicle, at simulated enemy targets during Large scale Exercise-17 at Twentynine Palms, Calif., Aug. 15-18, 2017. LSE-17 is a multinational exercise, led by 2nd Marine Division, with elements from the United Kingdom, France, Canada and II Marine Expeditionary Force, focused on integrating all capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and coalition forces.

HOUSTON, Tx - Marines with Detachment A, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 773, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Forces Reserve, ensures a family is safely escorted to a safe location during a rescue mission in wake of Hurricane Harvey in Port Arthur, Texas, August 31, 2017. The Marine Corps Reserve is America’s expeditionary total force in readiness that is always the first to fight, whether on the battlefield or national emergencies. Photo By: Cpl. Kimberly Aguirre

HOUSTON, Tx - Hospital corpsman, Petty Officer 1st Class Komi Gayakpa (left) and assault amphibian vehicle Marines, Lance Cpl. Arturo Platamartinez (center) and Lance Cpl. Alejandro Lopez (right), with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, perform search and rescue operations in Lumberton, Texas, Aug. 31, 2017. Marines with C Company rescued over 300 locals on Aug. 31, 2017, as part of the response effort in support of FEMA and other local and government and state agencies after Hurricane Harvey.

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Marines with Company C, 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, execute rescue operations and immediate response missions in response to Hurricane Harvey at Galveston, Texas, Aug. 31, 2017. The Marines and Sailors with Marine Forces Reserve are posturing ground, air and logistical assets as part of the Department of Defense support to FEMA, state and local response efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Photo By: Sgt. Ian Ferro