US Navy/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Elizabeth Merriam
Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Zach Byrd directs a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Purple Foxes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 364 (Reinforced) during nighttime flight operations aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20).
The US Navy is the dominant force on the world's oceans.
Helping to support open trade lanes, tackle piracy, and providing humanitarian missions are all part and parcel of the Navy's mission in addition to its obvious military role. These massive responsibilities require that the Navy must be always ready to act.
Below, we've shared some of our favorite photos of the Navy operating at night.