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Returning Home

The crew of the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford man the rails as the ship returns to Naval Station Norfolk, Va., following its inaugural deployment, Nov. 26, 2022. More than 4,600 sailors assigned to the Ford supported operations with NATO allies and partners.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Jackson Adkins VIRIN: 221126-N-TL968-1446C.JPG
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