140807-N-ZE250-035 BLACK SEA (Aug. 7, 2014) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Samantha Baird (left) and Seaman Taylor Curtisware signal an SH60 Bravo helicopter prior to take-off aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72). Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)

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