EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 25, 2020) Sailors heave line for
EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 25, 2020) Sailors heave line for a landing craft utility assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, in the well deck aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Ge... More
190214-N-GC129-0022 SASEBO, Japan (Feb. 14, 2019) Landing
190214-N-GC129-0022 SASEBO, Japan (Feb. 14, 2019) Landing Craft, Utility 1634, from Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, conducts a stern gate marriage with the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during ... More
SASEBO, Japan (Aug. 9, 2020) Seaman Richard Cabral,
SASEBO, Japan (Aug. 9, 2020) Seaman Richard Cabral, from Port Richey, Fla., right, checks a padeye during a foreign object debris walk-down in the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (L... More
Sailors and Marines assigned to the 31st Marine
Sailors and Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit load equipment aboard the amphibious transport dock landing ship USS Germantown. Germantown and the 31st MEU completed exercises as part of Cob... More
Sailors release a mooring line as the amphibious dock
Sailors release a mooring line as the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown departs U.S. Fleet Activities, Sasebo, Japan, for a patrol.
Pfc. Luis Ramirez demonstrates proper martial-arts
Pfc. Luis Ramirez demonstrates proper martial-arts maneuvers while participating in a Marine Corps Martial Arts Program aboard the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germanto... More
USS Germantown PT - US Navy Photo
U.S. sailors warm up during a command physical training session aboard the dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) Mary 14, 2012, while under way in the Gulf of Thailand. Germantown was preparing for Cooperat... More
Talisman Saber 2013, US Navy Photo
Sailors seeking routine medical assistance from guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) prepare to board dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is on patrol with the Bonhomme Richard Expedit... More
Operation Damayan - US Navy Photo
Damage Controlman Fireman Joshua Guzman of San Antonio, Texas, assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42), works as the fire team leader during a fire drill in the ship's boatswain's l... More
A member of the Navy’s Board of Inspection and Survey
A member of the Navy’s Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) inspects a rigid-hull inflatable boat with Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). INSURV inspections occur every ... More
Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 29, assigned to Naval
Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 29, assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, departs the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during amphibious operations. Germantown is part of t... More
Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit
Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare to depart the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during a combat rubber raiding craft (CRRC) training evol... More
PHIBLEX 15, US Navy Photogrpah
An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV), assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), disembarks a Landing Craft Air Cushion, assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, in preparation for an amphibious landing ... More
Marines, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), maneuver an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) toward the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during the Amphibious Landing Exercise... More
Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV), assigned to the
Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV), assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines, depart Blue Kin Beach, Okinawa for the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during an equipment on-load for exercis... More
Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1666, assigned to Naval
Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1666, assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, prepares to embark the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) for exercise Keen Sword. Exercise Keen Sword ... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 19, 2020) Whidbey Island-class
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 19, 2020) Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) launches rolling airframe missile during a live fire training evolution. Germantown, part of America Expeditionary ... More
USS Germantown operations. Warship photograph collection
SASEBO BAY, Japan (Jan. 29, 2016) - The amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) transits the Sasebo Bay. Germantown is assigned to the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and is currently... More
SASEBO BAY, Japan (Jan. 29, 2016) - Operations Specialist
SASEBO BAY, Japan (Jan. 29, 2016) - Operations Specialist 2nd Class Garielle L. Celestine scans the horizon as amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) transits the Sasebo Bay. Germantown is assigne... More
OKINAWA, Japan (Feb. 2, 2016) –Capt. Thomas Kait, chief
OKINAWA, Japan (Feb. 2, 2016) –Capt. Thomas Kait, chief of staff for Commander, Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) Seven, left, shakes hands with Cmdr. Severn Stevens, executive officer of amphibious dock landing... More
EASTERN COAST OKINAWA (Feb. 6, 2016) –Sailors conduct
EASTERN COAST OKINAWA (Feb. 6, 2016) –Sailors conduct a main space fire drill in a main machinery room onboard amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is assigned to the Bonhomme Richar... More
Ssang Yong 16 - US Navy Photo
160308-N-KB426-031EAST SEA (Mar. 8, 2016) – Sailors performing chock and chain duties, watch as amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) conducts flight operations. Germantown is assigned to the Bon... More
MANILA BAY (Oct. 10, 2019) U.S. Navy Sailors observe
MANILA BAY (Oct. 10, 2019) U.S. Navy Sailors observe a landing craft, air cushion, attached to Naval Beach Unit 7, from the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) as the ships prepare fo... More
VISAKHAPATNAM, India (Nov. 15, 2019) U.S. Navy Chaplain,
VISAKHAPATNAM, India (Nov. 15, 2019) U.S. Navy Chaplain, Lt. Cmdr. Jason Sluder, from Seneca, S.C., assigned to the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42), observes a welcoming dance du... More
BAY OF BENGAL (Nov. 18, 2019) U.S. Marines, from 2nd
BAY OF BENGAL (Nov. 18, 2019) U.S. Marines, from 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 3rd Marine Division, gather on a landing craft, air cushion, assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, in p... More
BAY OF BENGAL (Nov. 23, 2019) Chief Quartermaster Richard
BAY OF BENGAL (Nov. 23, 2019) Chief Quartermaster Richard M. Wells gives M9 pistol familiarization training aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of Command... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 05, 2020) Japan Ground Self-Defense
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 05, 2020) Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Soldiers and Japan Maritime Self Defense Soldiers arrive on the flight deck aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 4... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 10, 2020) Engineman 2nd Class
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 10, 2020) Engineman 2nd Class Michael Costanzo, from Conroe, Texas, left, and Fireman Myles Harris, from Lexington, Kentucky, prepare to install a piston in the Ship’s Service Diesel Genera... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 13, 2020) U.S. Navy Yeoman 3rd
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 13, 2020) U.S. Navy Yeoman 3rd Class Steven Berry, from Cleveland, discuss administration operations with Royal New Zealand Navy sailor ABLE Operational Administration Maddy Fryer aboard W... More
EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 4, 2020) The amphibious dock landing
EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 4, 2020) The amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) executes a reverse engine maneuver during a full power engine run. Germantown, part of America Expeditionary Strike Group, ... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 12, 2020) Hospital Corpsman 3rd
PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 12, 2020) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Zakary Peterson, from Van, Texas, bottom right, provides stretcher-bearer training in the medical ward aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germ... More
200826-N-IO312-1012 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 26, 2020)
200826-N-IO312-1012 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 26, 2020) The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the Philippine Sea to maintain stability in the region. America, flagship of the Amer... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 2, 2020) Hospital Corpsman 3rd
PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 2, 2020) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class J Francisco, an independent duty corpsman with Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), from S... More
SASEBO, Japan (January 29, 2021) Chief Boatswain Mate
SASEBO, Japan (January 29, 2021) Chief Boatswain Mate Kevin Dunlavey, from Munford, Tenn., assigned to USS Germantown (LSD 42), is pinned to the rank of chief petty officer by his family during a chief pinning... More
The forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS
The forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown and the Royal Thai navy medium landing ship HTMS Surin are underway in the Gulf of Thailand. Germantown is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Gro... More
Rounds are fired from a MK 38 MOD II 25mm machine gun
Rounds are fired from a MK 38 MOD II 25mm machine gun aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during a live-fire exercise. Germantown is forward-deployed and currently underway in the U.... More
Marines, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and their families are given a tour of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) before the ship departs for an underway exercise. Germant... More
Machinery Repairman 1st Class Michael Wallace, from
Machinery Repairman 1st Class Michael Wallace, from Columbus, Ohio, inspects a space aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during a damage control drill. Germantown is part of the Pele... More
Sailors remove chains from a UH-1Y Huey Venom utility
Sailors remove chains from a UH-1Y Huey Venom utility helicopter, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), as it prepares for takeoff from the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ge... More
Marines, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), maneuver an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) away from the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during the Amphibious Landing Exerc... More
Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 47, assigned to Naval
Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 47, assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, disembarks the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is part of the Peleliu Expeditionary S... More
Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 30, assigned to Naval
Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 30, assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, transports equipment from Subic Bay, Philippines to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is part of the... More
OKINAWA, Japan (Feb. 2, 2016) - Capt. Thomas Kait,
OKINAWA, Japan (Feb. 2, 2016) - Capt. Thomas Kait, chief of staff for Commander, Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) Seven, left, explains flight deck capabilities to Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers Training... More
160211-N-KB426-038 EASTERN COAST OKINAWA (Feb. 11,
160211-N-KB426-038 EASTERN COAST OKINAWA (Feb. 11, 2016) – Lance Cpl. Kenneth Rodriguez, right, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), advises Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Ian P. Sarreal on how to ... More
160222-N-KB426-211 EASTERN COAST OKINAWA (Feb. 22,
160222-N-KB426-211 EASTERN COAST OKINAWA (Feb. 22, 2016) – Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Stacy O. Seldon fires a 9mm service pistol during a live fire exercise on the flight deck of amphibious dock landing ship... More
160310-N-KB426-105POHANG, REPUBLIC OF KOREA (Mar.
160310-N-KB426-105POHANG, REPUBLIC OF KOREA (Mar. 10, 2016) –Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) attached to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), arrive on shore after departing amphibious dock landing ship... More
160310-N-KB426-114POHANG, REPUBLIC OF KOREA (Mar.
160310-N-KB426-114POHANG, REPUBLIC OF KOREA (Mar. 10, 2016) –An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) attached to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), arrives on shore after departing amphibious dock landing s... More
170111-N-XT039-059 SASEBO, Japan (Jan. 11, 2017) Logistic
170111-N-XT039-059 SASEBO, Japan (Jan. 11, 2017) Logistic Specialist Seaman Casey Fournier, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), removes a mooring line during sea and anchor detail ... More
SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2019) A MH-60S helicopter
SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2019) A MH-60S helicopter from the “Island Knights” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, Detachment 3, transport cargo from the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Carl Brashear ... More
SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 23, 2019) Sailors and Marines,
SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 23, 2019) Sailors and Marines, from 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 3rd Marine Division, preform Marine Corps Martial Arts Program techniques aboard the Whidbey I... More
SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 30, 2019) Religious Programs
SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 30, 2019) Religious Programs Specialist 1st Class Mauricio Melo, from Cali, Columbia, prepares for worship services aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42... More
EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 25, 2020) U.S. Marines assigned
EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 25, 2020) U.S. Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Soldiers secure gear for sea in the well-deck aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock ... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 28, 2020) Japan Ground Self-Defense
PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 28, 2020) Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Soldiers discuss the communication plan aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of the America ... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 04, 2020) A Marine with Force
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 04, 2020) A Marine with Force Reconnaissance Platoon, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit moves up a flight of stairs during a visit, board, search and seizure training event aboard the Whidbey ... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 12, 2020) Sailors complete refueling
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 12, 2020) Sailors complete refueling a AH-1Z Viper helicopter assigned to the Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) on the flight deck aboard Whidbey Island-class dock la... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 13, 2020) A CH-53E Super Stallion
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 13, 2020) A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter assigned to the Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) waits on the flight deck aboard Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship U... More
USS Germantown 10 - US Navy Photo
USS Germantown 10
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 17, 2020) Small caliber action
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 17, 2020) Small caliber action team fires a 50- caliber machine gun aboard Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during a training evolution. Germantown, part of A... More
EAST CHINA SEA (July 17, 2020) Gunner’s Mate 3rd Class
EAST CHINA SEA (July 17, 2020) Gunner’s Mate 3rd Class Lilian Conti, from Providence, R.I., center, prepares to fire a Mark 38 25mm machine gun system from a remote operator console on the bridge of the amphibi... More
EAST CHINA SEA (July 18, 2020) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd
EAST CHINA SEA (July 18, 2020) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Antoiwauna Southern, from Canton, Miss., relays messages between a hose team and Damage Control Repair Station 2 during a damage control training drill ... More
A CH-53E Super Stallion, assigned to the 31st Marine
A CH-53E Super Stallion, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), lands on the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during the amphibious landing exercise (PHIBLE... More
Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1634, assigned to Naval
Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1634, assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, departs the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is part of the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Grou... More
EASTERN COAST OKINAWA (Feb. 18, 2016) –Seaman Tommy
EASTERN COAST OKINAWA (Feb. 18, 2016) –Seaman Tommy L. Broadnax recovers chocks and chains during flight quarters aboard amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is assigned to the Bonho... More
SULU SEA (Oct. 17, 2019) Sailors aboard the Whidbey
SULU SEA (Oct. 17, 2019) Sailors aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) prepare for combined flight operations between the U.S. and Philippine navies during Maritime Training ... More
SULU SEA (Oct. 18, 2019) The U.S. Coast Guard Legend-class
SULU SEA (Oct. 18, 2019) The U.S. Coast Guard Legend-class cutter USCGC Stratton (WMSL 752) prepares to launch a “killer tomato” target during a gun exercise (GUNNEX) as part of Maritime Training Activity (MTA)... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 30, 2020) Marines, assigned to
PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 30, 2020) Marines, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepare for combat rubber raiding craft rehearsals off the stern gate of the well deck aboard the Whidbey Island-class doc... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 03, 2020) San Antonio-class amphibious
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 03, 2020) San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20), left, conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 06, 2020) Sailors prepare to chock
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 06, 2020) Sailors prepare to chock and chain an SH-60S Seahawk helicopter assigned to the “Island Knights” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 on Whidbey Island-class dock landing sh... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 10, 2020) Enginemen conduct repairs
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 10, 2020) Enginemen conduct repairs on the Ship Service Diesel Generator aboard Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of America Expeditionary Str... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 13, 2020) Boatswain's Mate 2nd
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 13, 2020) Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Logan Ribble, from Oldsmar, Florida, observes a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter assigned to the Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced)... More
EAST CHINA SEA (July 24, 2020) U.S. Navy Boatswain’s
EAST CHINA SEA (July 24, 2020) U.S. Navy Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Trevor Drain, from Lake Forest, Calif., re-attaches a shackle to a rigid hull inflatable boat following maintenance aboard the amphibious dock... More
EAST CHINA SEA (July 31, 2020) Culinary Specialist
EAST CHINA SEA (July 31, 2020) Culinary Specialist 1st Class Christian Uy, from Vallejo, Calif., prepares a roast pig for a meal celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month aboard the amphibious ... More
OKINAWA, Japan (Aug. 21, 2020) Seaman Christopher Taylor,
OKINAWA, Japan (Aug. 21, 2020) Seaman Christopher Taylor, from Brooklyn, N.Y., stands by as a line handler on the fo’c’sle during a sea and anchor evolution aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantow... More
Landing Craft Air Cushion 9 heads towards the forward
Landing Craft Air Cushion 9 heads towards the forward deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during LCAC operations. Germantown is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group and is conducti... More
Lance Cpl. Brian Schwarm, assigned to the 31st Marine
Lance Cpl. Brian Schwarm, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, looks out of the side of a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter during flight operations with the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship U... More
Seaman Joshua Sweney conducts a bottom sediment and
Seaman Joshua Sweney conducts a bottom sediment and water test on a sample of diesel fuel marine (DFM) aboard the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, with embarked... More
Ensign Joseph Tripodo, from Orange County, N.Y., climbs
Ensign Joseph Tripodo, from Orange County, N.Y., climbs a ladder while participating in visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) training in the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD ... More
The amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD
The amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) arrives at White Beach, Okinawa. Germantown is part of the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group (#PELARG14), commanded by Capt. Heidi Agle, and is conducting j... More
160313-N-KB426-073GWANGYANG, REPUBLIC OF KOREA (Mar.
160313-N-KB426-073GWANGYANG, REPUBLIC OF KOREA (Mar. 13, 2016) – Amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) onloads a M1A1 Abrams Main Battle Tank, attached to Delta Company 1st Tank Battalion, Delta ... More
Four Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit
Four Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit watch from the flight deck of the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) as it pulls out of port at White Beach, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 6, 2016. The Marines and sailors ... More
Lance Cpl. John Faisteinhammer fires downrange during
Lance Cpl. John Faisteinhammer fires downrange during a close-quarters combat deck shoot aboard the USS Germantown (LSD 42), Feb. 15, 2016. The Marines and sailors of Bravo Company, Battalion Landing Team 1st B... More
MANILA BAY (Oct. 10, 2019) Japanese Soldiers from the
MANILA BAY (Oct. 10, 2019) Japanese Soldiers from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade prepare for a training event aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germ... More
INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 11, 2019) The Whidbey Island-class
INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 11, 2019) The Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) Sailors and Marines, from 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 3rd Marine Division, enjoy rob... More
INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 11, 2019) Sailors prepare firefighting
INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 11, 2019) Sailors prepare firefighting gear and hoses in preparation for a fire fighting drill aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of ... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 04, 2020) Marines with Force
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 04, 2020) Marines with Force Reconnaissance Platoon, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit take down a suspect during a visit, board, search and seizure training event aboard the Whidbey Island-cl... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 04, 2020) Marines with Force
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 04, 2020) Marines with Force Reconnaissance Platoon, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit use a cutting torch to breach a simulated hull during a visit, board, search and seizure training event a... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 10, 2020) Royal New Zealand Navy
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 10, 2020) Royal New Zealand Navy Leading Marine Technician (Propulsion) Ashley Welsh, right, holds line to mark distance during a replenishment-at-sea aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock ... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 14, 2020) U.S. Sailors and Royal
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 14, 2020) U.S. Sailors and Royal New Zealand Navy sailors prepare to launch Landing Craft, Utility 1633 assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7 from the well deck of Whidbey Island-class dock... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 24, 2020) America-class amphibious
PHILIPPINE SEA (March 24, 2020) America-class amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), left, and aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) sail in formation in the Philippine Sea, as seen from Whidbe... More
EAST CHINA SEA (July 18, 2020) Hose team members Culinary
EAST CHINA SEA (July 18, 2020) Hose team members Culinary Specialist Seaman Steven Kasayan, from Pittsburg, Calif., left, Damage Controlman 3rd Class Tionna Karpinski, from Grand Rapids, Mich., center, and Seam... More
EAST CHINA SEA (July 23, 2020) U.S. Navy Engineman
EAST CHINA SEA (July 23, 2020) U.S. Navy Engineman 1st Class Jaylord Hernandez, from Oxnard, Calif., left, mans the propulsion auxiliary control console, and Electrician’s Mate 3rd Class Antonio Henry, from Pen... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 2, 2020) Gunnery Sgt. Luckner
PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 2, 2020) Gunnery Sgt. Luckner Desma, with Combat Logistics Battalion, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., answers questions about his contact tracing log duri... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 7, 2020) Chaplain Lt. Francis
PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 7, 2020) Chaplain Lt. Francis Okoli, with Marine 6 Communication Battalion, currently assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), from Brooklyn, New York, prepares the euc... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 21, 2020) Operations Specialist
PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 21, 2020) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Julius Galvan, from Los Angeles, uses a compass to plot on a maneuvering board while taking the 2nd Class Petty Officer, Navy Wide Advancement Exa... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 01, 2020) Landing Craft, Utility
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 01, 2020) Landing Craft, Utility 1633 assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7 enters the well deck of the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of Am... More
Chief Quartermaster Rasheed Lavigne scans ahead with
Chief Quartermaster Rasheed Lavigne scans ahead with his binoculars aboard a landing craft utility prior to entering the well deck of the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown. Germantown... More
Rounds are fired from a Phalanx Close-in Weapons System
Rounds are fired from a Phalanx Close-in Weapons System (CIWS) during a live fire exercise aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is forward-deployed and currently underway ... More
Yeoman 3rd Class Dakota Hillman, from Baltimore, looks
Yeoman 3rd Class Dakota Hillman, from Baltimore, looks for surface contacts on the bridge wing of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) as the ship returns to Commander Fleet Activities Saseb... More
Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV), assigned to the
Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV), assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), depart the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during the Amphibious Landing Exercise 2... More
Boatswain's Mate Seaman Shaquille Clary, from Gastonia,
Boatswain's Mate Seaman Shaquille Clary, from Gastonia, Ga., climbs a ladder while participating in visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) training in the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germ... More