To: Billie
040419-N-6027E-003 North Polar Region (Apr. 19, 2004) - The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Hampton (SSN 767) surfaced at the North Pole. Hampton and the Royal Navy Trafalgar class attack submarine HMS Tireless took part in ICEX 04, a joint operational exercise beneath the polar ice cap. Both the Tireless and Hampton crews met on the ice, including scientists traveling aboard both submarines to collect data and perform experiments. The Ice Exercise demonstrates the U.S. and British Submarine Force's ability to freely navigate in all international waters, including the Arctic. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Journalist Kevin Elliott. (RELEASED)
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Two U.S. Navy F-14 Tomcats prepare to be refueled during a combat mission over Iraq, April 22, 2004. DoD photo by Staff Sgt Aaron Allmon II, U.S. Air Force.
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An F-14A Tomcat from Fighter Squadron Two One One (VF-211 "Checkmates") launches from the flight deck during evening flight operations. ENTERPRISE is currently underway in the Arabian Gulf. (U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Justin McGarry)
To: Excuse_My_Bellicosity
Great photos bump. Picture 1 = Reason # 1657b the US is the true protectors of the free world. Hunter/Killer subs of the LA class. Engineering marvels. And the unseen warriors that volunteer to man them are so deserving of praise. Thanks for reminding us of more guardians many take for granted.
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05/04/2004 7:34:13 PM PDT by
Kudsman
To: Excuse_My_Bellicosity
Those photos do my heart good! GO NAVY!
To those who were praying for #1 son's safe return from sea--he's back,safe and sound in the arms of his wife and little daughter. #2 son,stationed in Guam ,will be in the states later on this month. We're planning a family get together then. We've not all been together for over a year.
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