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The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS O’Kane (DDG 77) held a change of command ceremony at Naval Base San Diego on April 25th, 2025. Cmdr. Brittany Kaluscak relieved Cmdr. Rich Ray as commanding officer during a ceremony surrounded by crew, friends, and family.

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Cmdr. Brittany Kaluscak, commanding officer of USS O’Kane (DDG 77), speaks during USS O’Kane change of command ceremony on 25 Apr. During the ceremony, Cmdr. Kaluscak relieved Cmdr. Rich Ray as an USS O’Kane commanding officer. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Dustin Lee)

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Cmdr. Rich Ray, the 17th commanding officer of the USS O’Kane, speaks during USS O’Kane change of command ceremony on 25 Apr aboard the Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS O’Kane (DDG 77). During the ceremony, Cmdr. Rich Ray was relieved as a commanding officer by Cmdr. Brittany Kaluscak. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Dustin Lee)

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Cmdr. Brittany Kaluscak, commanding officer of USS O’Kane (DDG 77), departs from a change of command ceremony aboard the Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS O’Kane (DDG 77). During the ceremony, Cmdr. Brittany Kaluscak relieved Cmdr. Rich Ray, becoming the 18th commanding officer of USS O’Kane. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Dustin Lee)

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Lt. Cmdr. Alex Steinberg, Chief Engineer of USS O’Kane, delivers a wardroom gift to Cmdr. Rich Ray, the 17th USS O’Kane commanding officer, during USS O’Kane change of command ceremony. During the ceremony, Cmdr. Brittany Kaluscak relieved Cmdr. Rich Ray as a commanding officer of USS O’Kane. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Dustin Lee)

Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron 7 Established!

Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) established Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron (USVRON) 7 at Naval Base San Diego during a ceremony, April 25.

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NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Apr. 25, 2025) - Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, speaks during the establishment ceremony for Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron (USVRON) 7 on Naval Base San Diego April 25, 2025. The mission of USVRON 7 is to deliver the most formidable, unmanned platforms in the maritime domain. USVRON 7 innovates through resilient distributed systems in a bandwidth-limited or denied environment. During expeditionary, joint, and combined operations, Sailors use unmanned technologies to enhance the decision speed and lethality of the force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Claire M. Alfaro)

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NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Apr. 25, 2025) - Sailors assigned to Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron (USVRON) 7 stand in formation during the unit’s establishment ceremony on Naval Base San Diego April 25, 2025. The mission of USVRON 7 is to deliver the most formidable, unmanned platforms in the maritime domain. USVRON 7 innovates through resilient distributed systems in a bandwidth-limited or denied environment. During expeditionary, joint, and combined operations, Sailors use unmanned technologies to enhance the decision speed and lethality of the force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Claire M. Alfaro)

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NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Apr. 25, 2025) - Cmdr. Matthew Martinez, commanding officer of Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron (USVRON) 7, center, unveils the unit logo during the unit’s establishment ceremony on Naval Base San Diego April 25, 2025. The mission of USVRON 7 is to deliver the most formidable, unmanned platforms in the maritime domain. USVRON 7 innovates through resilient distributed systems in a bandwidth-limited or denied environment. During expeditionary, joint, and combined operations, Sailors use unmanned technologies to enhance the decision speed and lethality of the force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Claire M. Alfaro)

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NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Apr. 25, 2025) - Cmdr. Matthew Martinez, commanding officer of Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron (USVRON) 7, speaks during the unit’s establishment ceremony on Naval Base San Diego April 25, 2025. The mission of USVRON 7 is to deliver the most formidable, unmanned platforms in the maritime domain. USVRON 7 innovates through resilient distributed systems in a bandwidth-limited or denied environment. During expeditionary, joint, and combined operations, Sailors use unmanned technologies to enhance the decision speed and lethality of the force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Claire M. Alfaro)

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NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Apr. 25, 2025) - Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, center, presides as Capt. Garrett Miller, left, relieves Capt. Shea Thompson as commodore, Surface Development Group One, during a ceremony on Naval Base San Diego April 25, 2025. The change of command occurred as part of the establishment ceremony for Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron (USVRON) 7. The mission of USVRON 7 is to deliver the most formidable, unmanned platforms in the maritime domain. USVRON 7 innovates through resilient distributed systems in a bandwidth-limited or denied environment. During expeditionary, joint, and combined operations, Sailors use unmanned technologies to enhance the decision speed and lethality of the force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Claire M. Alfaro)

USS Stockdale Change of Command

Cmdr. Jacob Beckelhymer relieved Cmdr. Lauren Johnson as commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) during a change of command ceremony held March 7th at Naval Base San Diego.

USS Cape St. George Arrives in San Diego after Modernization

The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71) arrived Apr. 22 in its new homeport of Naval Base San Diego, California from Naval Base Everett, Washington, after conducting phased modernization at Vigor Shipyard in Seattle. This move was a permanent change of station for the crew and family members.

ACU-1 B-Roll

B-Roll of Assault Craft Unit One (ACU-1) landing craft utility, command building, and personnel including musicians from the Navy Southwest Region band, in prepartion for the change of command of ACU-1 onboard Naval Amphibious Base Coronado April 17, 2025.

FY25 Sea and Shore Sailors of the Year CNSP

Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) named the 2024 Sea and Shore Sailors of the Year, April 17 during the annual Sailor of the Year week at CNSP headquarters on Naval Amphibious Base Coronado.

Where Robots Dare, How the Navy’s New Rating is Shaping Current and Future Ops

When military history enthusiasts, Hollywood producers and cooky uncles predict a distant future A.I.-driven robot war in the vein of The Terminator, don’t shake your head at them. When defense industry leaders, D.C.-based think tanks and top military brass emphasize to Congress that our success in potential high-end warfare rests on the integrity of our networks and automated systems, don’t roll your eyes. The earliest recorded use of unmanned aerial vehicles in warfare dates back to 1849, and as drone technology and capability continues to develop at a rapid pace, the potential influence unmanned platforms could have on future military operations around the globe is boundless.

Diving into the Reserves

Reserve Component to Sea Surface Search and Rescue (SSAR) Swimmers prepare to help ships reach 80% surge ready goals.

GM2 Noah Reid SAR Swimmer Interview

CORONADO, Ca. (Feb. 14, 2025) -- Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Noah Reid reflects on his quarterly drill training as a Navy Reserve Search and Rescue Swimmer for Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP). CNSP's reserve search and rescue unit spent one week in the San Diego area completing refresher search and rescue training. (U.S. Navy video by James Finn)

USS Tripoli to Forward Deploy to Japan

The America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) will move to Sasebo, Japan, as part of a scheduled rotation of forces in the Pacific, the U.S. Navy announced today. Tripoli will replace USS America (LHA 6), which will depart Sasebo and move to San Diego.

SWOBOSS Highlights Competitive Edge 2.0 at 2025 Surface Navy Association National Symposium

Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, emphasized the Competitive Edge 2.0 strategy and 250 years of our Navy’s ability to fight and win during his keynote remarks at the 37th Annual Surface Navy Association (SNA) National Symposium in Arlington, Va., Jan. 14.

Status of the Force 2025

A look at the U.S. Navy's Surface Force in action during real-world events and the importance of being a team, the value of training, and being ready for the ever changing combat landscape.

Fitzgerald Change of Command

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) held a change of command ceremony on the flight deck at Naval Base San Diego, Dec. 12, 2024.

SAWS Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to establish Surface Advanced Warfighting School (SAWS) at Naval Base San Diego, Dec. 6, 2024. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Olivia Rucker)

SNA 2024: The Fight

A look at the U.S. Navy's Surface Force in action during real-world events and the importance of being a team, the value of training, and being ready for the fight.

USS Beloit Arrives in Milwaukee for Commissioning

USS Beloit (LCS) arrives for its commissioning week in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Nov. 17, 2024. The USS Beloit is set to be commissioned at Veterans Park in Milwaukee on Nov. 24. (U.S. Navy photo by Julie Ann Ripley

USS Beloit Arrives in Milwaukee for Commissioning

USS John Basilone Sailors Visit the Former USS New Jersey

U.S. Navy Sailors with Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John Basilone (DDG 122) get a tour of the former USS New Jersey (BB 62) in Camden, New Jersey, Nov. 6, 2024. John Basilone will be commissioned in New York City on Nov. 9. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Diana Salgado)

USS John Basilone Sailors Participate in Namesake Remembrance Ceremony

U.S. Navy Sailors with Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John Basilone (DDG 122) participate in a John Basilone remembrance ceremony in Raritan, New Jersey, Nov. 7, 2024. John Basilone will be commissioned in New York City on Nov. 9. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Diana Salgado)

USS John Basilone (DDG 122) Sailors Meet with Retired Service Members of USS Basilone (DDE 824)

U.S. Navy Sailors with Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John Basilone (DDG 122) and retired service members with Gearing-class destroyer USS Basilone (DDE 824) participate in a meet and greet in New York, New York, Nov. 8, 2024. John Basilone will be commissioned in New York City on Nov. 9. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Diana Salgado)

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