Secretary of Defense, Lloyd Austin III, recognizes Sailors assigned to the worldÕs largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), for their outstanding performance during a scheduled visit, Dec. 20, 2023. The Gerald R. Ford Strike Group is currently operating in the Mediterranean Sea. The maintains forward-deployed, ready, and postured forces to deter aggression and support security and stability around the world. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nolan Pennington)

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