021025-N-8629M-001 At sea aboard USS Milius (DDG 69) Oct. 25, 2002 -- With the flight deck crew standing by, an SH-3 “Sea King” from Helicopter Support Squadron Three (HC-3) prepares to land aboard the guided missile destoryer. Milius is part of the USS Constellation (CV 64) Battle Group, which is conducting operations in support of a Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX) prior to its regularly scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo.
021027-N-0923G-002 At sea aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Oct. 27, 2002 -- Sailors stand in line to enjoy steaks during a “steel beach picnic” held on the ship’s flight deck. The steaks were donated by Thomas Anton and other distinguished visitors who recently toured the Navy's newest aircraft carrier. Truman is participating in a Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX) preparing for it’s upcoming scheduled six-month deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate Airman Dustin Gates.
021027-N-4953E-003 At sea aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Oct. 27, 2002 -- Dental Technician First Class Kimberley Davis, from Coon Rapids, Iowa, enjoys a steak served by the ship’s Commanding Officer, Captain Michael R. Groothousen. Sailors enjoyed steaks donated by Thomas Anton and other distinguished visitors who recently toured the Navy's newest aircraft carrier. Truman is participating in a Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX) preparing for it’s upcoming scheduled six-month deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Third Class Danny Ewing, Jr.