Steady and Ready French sailors in combat rubber raiding crafts prepare to launch off the USS Gunston Hall during Steadfast Defender 24 in the Atlantic Ocean, Feb. 14, 2024. The NATO exercise tests the alliance's new defense plans and ability to quickly deploy forces. SHARE: Download: Full Size (1.24 MB) Tags: Navy, exercises, steadfast defender 24 Credit: Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Danielle Serock VIRIN: 240214-N-HD110-1018M.JPG Photo Gallery