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USS Nimitz Fires Phalanx March 25, 2022
March 23, 2022 - U.S. Navy supercarrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) conducts a Phalanx close-in weapons system test fire at an undisclosed location in association with conducting routine operations in the Pacific Ocean. The Phalanx close-in weapon system (CIWS) is for defense against incoming threats such as small boats, surface torpedoes, anti-ship missiles, fixed wing aircraft, and helicopters. Image created by USA Patriotism! from U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class David Rowe. Americans | We The People | America's Destiny | Give Thanks | Love and Pride of USA | National Will God and Country | One Nation Under God | America's Symbol | Old Glory | Hooray USA! | America, My Home! Our Valiant Troops | I Am The One | Answering The Call | Brave Young | Brave Blue | Our Heroes, America's Best Veterans | Citizens Like Us | Vietnam War Veterans Honoring The Fallen | Don't Weep For Me | Remember The Fallen | Tears For Your Fallen | Our Wounded |
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