Ammunition Ships Collection

USNS Alan Shepard and USNS Joshua Humphreys are underway in the Gulf of Aden
Gulf of Aden, April 27, 2011 - The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3), left

Dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William McLean
Atlantic Ocean, July 16, 2014 - The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12) transits the Atlantic Ocean

Amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge alongside USNS Robert E. Peary
Atlantic Ocean, January 19, 2013 - The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) transits alongside the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E

USNS Robert E. Peary conducts a vertical replenishment with USS Bataan
Arabian Gulf, July 28, 2014 - The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5), right

A helicopter clears the flight deck of the Military Sealift Command ammunition ship
April 6, 2007 - A helicopter clears the flight deck of the Military Sealift Command ammunition ship USNS Flint (T-AE 32)

An SA-330J Puma helicopter delivers supplies to USS Kearsarge
Gulf of Oman, September 5, 2013 - An SA-330J Puma helicopter approaches the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Cesar Chavez (T-AKE 14)

USS Momsen, USS Antietam and USNS Charles Drew in transit
Coral Sea, July 14, 2013 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG-92), left, and the guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG-54)

Personnel attach a cargo hook to an SA-330J Puma helicopter
Gulf of Oman, September 5, 2013 - Personnel attach a cargo hook to an SA-330J Puma helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) during a vertical replenishment

Dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Wally Schirra transits alongside aircraft carrier
Pacific Ocean, September 14, 2010 - The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Wally Schirra (T-AKE 8)

Sailors connect cargo legs and nets to an MH-60S Sea Hawk
Pacific Ocean, September 18, 2013 - Sailors embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN-73) connect cargo legs

Dry cargo / ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd during a replenishment at sea
Arabian Sea, October 18, 2011 - Dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4) transits alongside guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) during a replenishment-at-sea

Marines fast rope from a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter onto the flight deck of USNS
Philippine Sea, September 18, 2010 - Marines embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex, fast rope from a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter onto the Military Sealift Command dry cargo

U. S. Navy ships in the Arabian Sea during a replenishment at sea exercise
October 4, 2012 - An SH-60J Seahawk of HS-5 Nightdippers, rests on the flight deck of USS Dwight D. Eisenhower while USS Vicksburg (CG-69) and USNS Supply (T-AOE 6)

Dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Sacagawea
Atlantic Ocean, March 22, 2012 - The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Sacagawea (T-AKE 2) transits alongside the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D

A U. S. Navy MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter conducts vertical replenishment drills
December 17, 2006 - A U.S. Navy MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter conducts vertical replenishment drills between USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), right

An SA-330J Puma helicopter picking up pallets of supplies from USNS Alan Shepard
Gulf of Aden, June 6, 2011 - Civilian mariner gets clear of the landing area aboard the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3)

The Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Supply
Atlantic Ocean, March 22, 2012 - The Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) transits the Atlantic Ocean

An MH-60S Sea Hawk carries supplies during a replenishment at sea
Pacific Ocean, April 28, 2013 - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter carries supplies from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo ammunition ship USNS Richard E

SH-60 helicopters transfer ammunition between USS Harry S. Truman and USNS Mount Baker
SH-60 helicopters fly between USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75) and USNS Mount Baker (T-AE 34) to deliver ammunition. Truman is currently undergoing its Tailored Ships Training Availability (TSTA)

Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers
San Diego, January 26, 2011 - The newest Military Sealift Command (MSC) dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11)

An MH-60S Seahawk helicopter conducts a vertical replenishment
Atlantic Ocean, December 15, 2006 - An MH-60S Seahawk helicopter conducts a vertical replenishment from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Lewis & Clark (T-AKE)

USNS Supply conducts a replenishment at sea with USS Porter
Mediterranean Sea, April 2, 2012 - The Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) conducts a replenishment at sea with the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer

USS Fitzgerald during a replenishment at sea
South China Sea, July 24, 2013 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG-62) is replenished with 165, 000 gallons of fuel

Sailors hook up a pole pendant to a SA-330J Puma helicopter
Gulf of Thailand, February 15, 2011 - Sailors aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) hook up a pole pendant to a SA-330J Puma helicopter during an underway replenishment

Sailors prepare to connect cargo legs and nets to an MH-60S Sea Hawk
Philippine Sea, November 15, 2013 - Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) prepare to connect cargo legs

Personnel connect a cargo pendant to an SA-330 Puma helicopter
Pacific Ocean, April 9, 2011 - Chief Logistics Specialist attempts to connect a cargo pendant to an SA-330 Puma helicopter as it hovers over the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan

USS Vicksburg and USS Supply during a replenishment at sea
October 4, 2012 - USS Vicksburg (CG-69) and USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) during a replenishment at sea operations in the Arabian Sea during Operation Enduring Freedom

USS Kearsarge pulls alongside USNS Lewis and Clark for a replenishment at sea
Red Sea, February 16, 2011 - The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD-3), bottom, pulls alongside the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Lewis and Clark (T-AKE 1)

Helicopter lands aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut
Arabian Sea, February 19, 2010 - A helicopter assigned to the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E

Airmen attach a cargo hook to an SA-330J Puma helicopter
Gulf of Oman, September 5, 2013 - A Sailor and a Marine attach a cargo hook to an SA-330J Puma helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) during a vertical replenishment

A MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter lifts supplies from the fantail of USNS Amelia Earhart
Pacific Ocean, June 18, 2012 - A MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter lifts supplies from the fantail of the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6)

An MH-60S Sea Hawk prepares to drop a pallet of supplies onto USNS Charles Drew
Pacific Ocean, August 28, 2011 - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter prepares to drop a pallet of ordnance from the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)

An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter picks up ammunition from USNS William McLean
Atlantic Ocean, January 15, 2013 - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter picks up ammunition from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William McLean

ircraft are stacked on the bow of USS Ronald Reagan
South China Sea, April 6, 2007 - Aircraft are stacked on the bow of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76), to clear the rest of the flight deck and the hangar bay for ammunition offload

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"Powerful and Essential: Ammunition Ships Ensuring Mission Readiness" In the vast expanse of the Gulf of Aden, two mighty vessels, USNS Alan Shepard and USNS Joshua Humphreys, gracefully cut through the waves. These dry cargo and ammunition ships stand as a testament to the unwavering commitment of our armed forces. Alongside them, we witness the impressive presence of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge, accompanied by its reliable partner, USNS Robert E. Peary. Together, they form an unbreakable bond in their mission to safeguard our nation's security. The significance of these ammunition ships becomes even more apparent as we observe moments like when USNS Robert E. Peary conducts a vertical replenishment with USS Bataan. With precision and expertise, supplies are seamlessly transferred from one vessel to another – a true display of military excellence. As helicopters soar above decks cleared by dedicated personnel on board Military Sealift Command ammunition ships, such as this awe-inspiring sight is not uncommon. The flight deck acts as a lifeline for these floating fortresses – ensuring that every resource reaches its destination swiftly and efficiently. A remarkable scene unfolds before us as we witness USS Momsen, USS Antietam, and USNS Charles Drew in transit – three forces united in purpose. Their synchronized movements exemplify teamwork at its finest; together they forge ahead towards shared objectives. Every operation requires meticulous planning and execution - evident when observing personnel attaching cargo hooks to SA-330J Puma helicopters or sailors connecting cargo legs and nets to MH-60S Sea Hawk aircrafts. These professionals leave no room for error; their dedication ensures seamless logistics support throughout missions. Transiting alongside an aircraft carrier stands dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Wally Schirra - an embodiment of strength complementing naval might effortlessly. This partnership guarantees that resources are always within reach during critical operations.