An official website of the United States Government 
Here's how you know

Official websites use .gov

A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS

A lock ( lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Photos

Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A small boat approaches a ship as seen through a porthole.

Window Watching

A Navy air-cushioned landing craft approaches the well deck of the USS Essex during routine operations in the Pacific Ocean, March 20, 2021.

  • Download: Full Size (1.2 MB)
  • Tags: Navy
  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Wesley Richardson VIRIN: 210320-N-ZW128-2014M.JPG
Photo Gallery