USS Essex conducts live-fire exercise in Pacific Ocean

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USS Essex conducts live-fire exercise in Pacific Ocean

A close-in weapon system (CIWS) on the fantail aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) conducts a live-fire exercise in the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 14, 2025. Essex is underway following a planned maintenance period to upgrade and refurbish key systems. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Brian P. Caracci)

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Photo by: Chief Mass Communication Specialist Brian P. Caracci

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Resolution: 2100x1500

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Location: PACIFIC OCEAN

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USS Essex conducts live-fire exercise in Pacific Ocean

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