USS Carl Vinson
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USS Carl Vinson~Aircraft Carrier
The USS Carl Vinson has arrived in its new home port of San Diego. The USS Carl Vinson has returned home from being deployed in the Middle East (June 2011).
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CVN 70
Congressman Carl Vinson
Carl Vinson was the Congressman from Georgia
He served in the House of Representatives for 50 years.
Described as "Father of our Modern Navy."
and "Aviation's Elder Statesman"
Carl Vinson Quotes:
"The most expensive thing in the world is a cheap Army and Navy"
"History has shown that weakness invites attacks."
Carl Vinson and bin Ladin's Burial At Sea
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Rep. Carl Vinson believed in a strong military and was responsible for the build up of the Navy prior to WWII. Admiral Nimitz, Commander of the Pacific Fleet said, "I do not know where this country would have been after December 7, 1941, if it had not had the ships and the know-how to build more ships fast, for which one Vinson Bill after another was responsible."
USS Carl Vinson in the News
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- USS Carl Vinson Awarded 2011 Battle "E"
- 09:02 GMT, February 14, 2012 USS CARL VINSON, At Sea | Commander, Naval Air Forces awarded the 2011 Battle Efficiency (Battle "E") for West Coast-based aircraft carriers to Sailors of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) Feb. 10.
- USS Carl Vinson hangs banner from Michigan State coaches, players, fans ...
- By Brandon Howell | brhowell@mlive.com The crew of the USS Carl Vinson this week received a token of appreciation from Michigan State, one that salutes the sailors and celebrates their aircraft carrier's role in November's history-making basketball ...
- Airman deployed aboard carrier in the Middle East
- The US Navy accepted the challenge and sent the Abraham Lincoln north through the Strait of Hormuz into the Gulf and the USS Carl Vinson south from the Gulf to the Arabian Sea. Gross is assigned to the maintenance department of Strike Fighter Squadron ...
- Navy captain discusses commanding USS Carl Vinson
- Bruce Lindsey is happy to discuss his time as commander of the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier, except for one incident ? when his crew buried Osama bin Laden at sea. "I'm not going to say anything about that. My sailors aren't going to say anything ...
In 1985 the aircrew and F-14As from Carl Vinson participated in the filming of Top Gun.
Swim Call on the USS Carl Vinson
USS Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing17
ARABIAN SEA (April 15, 2011) Sailors jump to the sea from an aircraft elevator during a swim call aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are conducting maritime security operations and close-air support missions in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)
Plank Owner
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Carl Vinson Plank Owner Mug
Plank owner of the USS Carl Vinson. A great gift for an Carl Vinson plank owner. Medallion style design in red, white blue and gold..
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In the 1988 movie, The Presidio, the Carl Vinson was shown in the opening scenes.
F-14 Tomcat
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F-14 Tomcat of Squadron 51 over USS Carl Vinson.
The USS Carl Vinson appeared in the 2000 film "Behind Enemy Lines" with Owen Wilson and Gene Hackman.
Proud Girlfriend of a US Sailor
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Proud Girlfriend of a US Sailor serving on the USS Carl Vinson! Support your sailor!
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Ships' Motto: Vis Per Mare" which means "Strength from the Sea
Breaking the Sound Barrier
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Pacific Ocean (Jan. 29, 2004)
The Commanding Officer of the "Black Knights" of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron Three One Four (VMFA-314) performs a supersonic fly-by for Columbia's visual effects unit, while filming for the motion picture production "Stealth" on board USS Carl Vinson.
My Daddy is a Sailor on the USS Carl Vinson
My Daddy is a Sailor on the Carl Vinson
My Daddy is a Sailor on the Carl Vinson. For the child who is proud of their sailor Daddy. A wreath of patriotic stars, sea weed, bubbles and cute sea creatures.
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Take a cruise with this sailor on the USS Carl Vinson
He documents all the ports visited during two deployments of the USS Carl Vinson, including Greece, Australia and Hong Kong.
The movie "Stealth" starring Jamie Foxx was partly filmed on USS Carl Vinson.
A Corsair landing at sunset.
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An A-7E Corsair II aircraft lands on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70) at sunset.
Carl Vinson was the Chairman of the House Naval Affairs and Armed Services Committee.
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All Nimitz Class aircraft carriers undergo RCOH (Refueling Complex Overhaul) after about 25 years of service. Nuclear fuel is replenished and infrastructure is upgraded. This prepares them for the next 25 years of service.
F/A-18C Hornet
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March 2003. Sea of Japan. A 'Shooter' gives the signal to launch an F/A-18C Hornet from the "Blue Diamonds" of Strike Fighter Squadron One Four Six (VFA-146) from one of four steam driven catapults on the flight deck of the USS Carl Vinson
Rigging the Aircraft Barricade
USS Carl Vinson CVN 70
NEWPORT NEWS (April 23, 2009) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) assist in rigging the aircraft barricade during flight deck drills.
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Builder: Newport News Shipbuilding, Newport News, Va.
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Suez Canal
July 2005: Sailors stationed aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson observe the Los Angeles-class submarine USS Philadelphia (SSN 690) as they pass one another while transiting the Suez Canal.
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USS Carl Vinson signaling the city of Seattle
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Carl Vinson's billowed flags signal to the city of Seattle the aircraft carrier's return to the operational fleet.
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- RCOH Training on the USS Carl Vinson
- Sailors are training for every contingency including fire, flood and other disasters.
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- US Navy Fleets
- The 2nd Fleet is headquartered at Norfolk, Va. "The Command continues its focus in three areas: Safe and effective Fleet Operations to achieve mission (including Maritime Homeland Defense); Providing Ready Maritime Forces for global assignment; and Teaming with Allies and Partners in execution of the Maritime Strategy." Historically, it sent ships to Cuba during the Cuban Missile Crisis, and to Grenada during the 1980s.
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Carrier: Fortress at Sea (DVD)
Carrier: Fortress at Sea (DVD)
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Meet the crew of the USS Carl Vinson and shove off for a six-month, 45,000-mile voyage from San Francisco to the Persian Gulf. Along the way, thrill to the real-life story of the Navy's top guns as told by the men themselves and marvel at the visual excitement of flight deck operations and footage from jet-mounted cameras. Presented in full screen format.
Community Service
USS Carl Vinson
- Community Relations and the USS Carl Vinson
- Rear Adm. Robert Burt presented the award to Carl Vinson's commanding officer, Capt. Ted Carter, and the crew during a ceremony held after touring the ship's spaces and meeting crew members. The award recognizes large at-sea commands for their outstanding community service projects.
- Carl Vinson Sailors help clean up Newport News
- USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) Sailors came together Feb. 7, to volunteer their time in support of the local community during a downtown clean up effort in the vicinity of the Huntington Hall area of Newport News, Va.
"The main purpose was to assist in cleaning up the local area outside of the shipyard and improve our community relations with our host city of Newport News," said Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate Handling (AW/SW) Scott Hillsheim. "It was also designed to fur - Vinson Sailors Lend a Helping Hand in Guam
- When USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) moored at the island of Guam, America's western-most territory, Feb. 25 for a few days of rest and relaxation, most of the aircraft carrier's crew were eager to take a break from their underway routine to enjoy the island's sunny beaches and local hospitality.
However, for almost 100 Vinson crew members, the call of civic duty overshadowed the call of the surf during their stay at Guam, as they participated in an assortment of community-service projects throughout the island.
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Shout out for the USS Carl Vinson
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pawpaw911
May 14, 2011 @ 9:54 am | delete
- I was very pleasantly surprised to see this lens. My Nephew served aboard the Carl Vinson, when it help with the Haitian disaster. Nice lens.
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MM2 Hanson
Oct 1, 2009 @ 7:43 am | delete
- As a proud former Hole Snipe and Plankowner of the Chuckie V, I am glad to know she is still defending our freedom on the front lines. May she serve this great country for many years to come!!
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boutiqueshops
Sep 29, 2009 @ 10:46 am | delete
- This is a truly awesome lens! Love it! Lensrolled to my USS Lexington Aircraft Carrier lens! Go Navy!
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BKPOPS
Aug 20, 2009 @ 11:54 am | delete
- This brings back memories. I served onboard this fine ship for 4 years. I reported aboard in 1981 and left in 85. Yes I am a PLANKOWNER. It was a wonderful time. I learned alot. The Carl Vinson, will always be in my heart. Once a sailor is a plankowner of a ship he (or she) thinks of the ship as part of the family. It is hard to explain. But looking at this lens has brought back some wonderful memories and good felling. Thanks.
And I respect and support all the Sailors onboard her now, thanks guys. Please take care of this fine ship.
I suport all of our service men and women. Thank you all for you service and dedication. And for keeping us free and safe here at home.
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CCGAL
Jun 5, 2009 @ 11:21 pm | delete
- Another excellent lens and another stroll down memory lane for me. This was the second Carrier I had the pleasure of working on. One of my keepsakes is my old badge that has the CVN-70 sticker on it from that job. I've lensrolled the Enterprise and the Vinson lenses on two of my lenses that have Mare Island on them.
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aj2008
Apr 28, 2009 @ 3:19 am | delete
- Lovely pics - especially the one showing the plane breaking the sound barrier.
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Nochipra
Apr 27, 2009 @ 10:53 pm | delete
- Great lens! My boyfriend Chip used to work at the Newport News Shipbuilding here in Va and worked on a bunch of carriers.
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Squidster
Apr 27, 2009 @ 10:48 pm | delete
- I just recently watched a feature about life aboard an aircraft carrier which had me glued to the screen. It's definitely fascinating even for someone without military ties. Your lens captures this beautifully.
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jdluntjr
Apr 27, 2009 @ 9:37 pm | delete
- I wasn't in the Navy but I'm fascinated with carriers. Thanks for the great lense.
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tandemonimom
Apr 26, 2009 @ 9:32 am | delete
- How cool that the CV has been in so many films! This is a great lens!
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