Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 15, 2020) The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) and the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transit together in the Pacific. Operating as an Expeditionary Strike Force, the Navy-Marine Corps team integrates carrier strike group combat power with the flexible capability of an expeditionary strike group to provide the fleet commander with a capable, credible combat force that can be deployed anywhere in the world. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Anthony J. Rivera)

Theodore Roosevelt, America strike groups conduct joint operations in 7th Fleet

Ships, and aircraft from the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, conducted a multitude of joint, high-end warfighting exercises.

PEARL HARBOR (Jan. 16, 2020) Mrs. Robyn Modly, wife of Acting Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Thomas B. Modly, visits children at the Center Drive Child Development Center (CDC) during a tour of the facility at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Mrs. Modly visited the Center Drive CDC to learn more about the importance of the facility and the impact it has with providing safe, effective care for children of active duty military members. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Alexander C. Kubitza/Released)

Oahu military, family readiness resources meet service members needs

Robyn Modly recently visited various Military and Family Support Center programs on the island.

SAN DIEGO (Feb. 13, 2020) Vice Adm. Scott D. Conn, commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet (C3F), and Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician Matt O’Connor, assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 11, pose for a photo during a Silver Star Medal award ceremony held at the C3F headquarters. The Silver Star is the third-highest military combat decoration that can be awarded to a member of the United States Armed Forces. U.S. Navy EOD is the world’s premier combat force for eliminating explosive threats so the Fleet and Nation can fight and win whenever, wherever. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Casey S. Trietsch)

U.S. Navy EOD Chief awarded Silver Star Medal

Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician Matthew J. O'Connor was presented the medal for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2020) An unarmed Trident II (D5LE) missile launches from the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Maine (SSBN 741) off the coast of San Diego, California, Feb. 12, 2020. The test launch was part of the U.S. Navy Strategic Systems Programsâ demonstration and shakedown operation certification process. The successful launch demonstrated the readiness of the SSBNâs strategic weapon system and crew following the submarineâs engineered refueling overhaul. This launch marks 177 successful missile launches of the Trident II (D5 & D5LE) strategic weapon system. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas Gooley/Released)

USS Maine successfully tests Trident II D5LE missile

The test off California was part of an evaluation and demonstration of USS Maine's (SSBN 741) strategic weapon system and crew before deployment.

SINGAPORE (Feb. 11) A P-8A Poseidon aircraft assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 10 sits on display at Changi Air Base East. The Red Lancers from VP-10 are participating in the Singapore Airshow Feb. 11-16. It is the largest defense exhibition and biennial international trade show in the Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Louis Rojas)

U.S. Navy strengthens bonds at Singapore Airshow

A variety ofaircraft and aircrews are participating in the biennial event, strengthening relationships and highlighting naval aviation capabilities.

MCMURDO STATION, Antarctica (Jan. 25, 2019) Military Sealift Command-chartered container ship MV Ocean Giant conducts cargo offloads. The operation is part of MSC’s annual resupply mission in support of Operation Deep Freeze, the Joint Task Force Support for Antarctica mission to resupply the remote scientific outpost. (U.S. Navy photo)

Military Sealift Command, Seabees support Operation Deep Freeze

Three MSC chartered ships have been delivering fuel and supplies to Antarctica with the support of NCHB-1.

APRA HARBOR, Guam (Feb. 7, 2019) The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) transits Apra Harbor as the ship prepares to moor in Guam. Theodore Roosevelt Is in Guam for a port visit during their scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Terence Deleon Guerrero)

USS Theodore Roosevelt, Pinckney arrive in Guam

The visit to Naval Base Guam is the first by the ships during the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group's deployment to the Indo-Pacific.

SASEBO, Japan (Feb. 8, 2020) The guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) arrives at Fleet Activities Sasebo following USS Russell (DDG 59). Rafael Peralta and Russell, part of the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group,are in Sasebo for a port visit during their scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason Isaacs)

USS Rafael Peralta, Russell visit Sasebo, Japan

The ships are part of the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, deployed to the region to conduct maritime security operations and enhance partnerships.

SAIPAN (Feb. 7, 2020) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) arrives in Saipan Feb. 7, 2020. Bunker Hill, part of the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is in Saipan for a port visit during their scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas V. Huynh)

USS Bunker Hill visits Saipan on Indo-Pacific deployment

During the visit the crew will have an opportunity to experience the local culture and learn about the historical significance of the island.

Admiral John C. Aquilino

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