Mark 45 Collection

War: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
War - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: War is the science of destruction. ~ John Abbott

An SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter picks up a pallet from USS Jason Dunham
Mediterranean Sea, September 22, 2012 - An SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter picks up a pallet from the focasle of the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham during a vertical replenishment with

Chinese Navy multi-role frigate Hengshui fires its main gun
Pacific Ocean, July 17, 2016 - Chinese Navy multi-role frigate Hengshui (FFG 572) fires the main gun during a gun exercise at Rim of the Pacific 2016

Pre-Action Calibration fire from the forward 5 Mk 54 gun aboard USS Donald Cook
Central Command Area of Responsibility, April 23, 2003 - Crewmembers aboard the guided missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG-75)

USS Halsey fires its MK-45 5-inch / 54-caliber lightweight gun
January 19, 2011 - The MK-45 5-inch/54-caliber lightweight gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey fires during a live-fire exercise

An Mk-45 lightweight gun is fired aboard guided missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke
Atlantic Ocean, September 19, 2011 - The MK-45 5 inch/54-caliber lightweight gun of the guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) is fired during a live-fire exercise

USS Cowpens fires its Mk 45 Mod 2 gun
Pacific Ocean, September 6, 2012 - The forward deployed Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens fires its Mk. 45 Mod 2 5-inch gun during an underway weapons test

Guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins
Arabian Sea, March 22, 2011 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG-76) is underway in the Arabian Gulf

The Mark 45 lightweight gun is fired aboard USS Mahan
Atlantic Ocean, March 9, 2014 - The Mark 45 5 inch 54-caliber lightweight gun fires 10 rounds as part of a pre-action calibration fire aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS

The Australian navy frigate HMAS Warramunga fires its 5-inch gun during a surface
July 10, 2010 - The Australian navy frigate HMAS Warramunga (FFH-152) engages the decommissioned Iwo Jima-class amphibious assault ship USS New Orleans (LPH-11)

Guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham
After years of construction, the USS Jason Dunham is ready to be brought to life. The Navys newest guided-missile destroyer was commissioned at Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale

USS Mahan fires a 5-inch gun during a training exercise
Atlantic Ocean, November 11, 2013 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan (DDG 72) fires a 5-inch gun during a training exercise

The MK-45 lightweight gun is fired aboard USS Halsey
Pacific Ocean, December 1, 2011 - The MK-45 5-inch/54-caliber lightweight gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey fires during a live-fire exercise

USS Cape St. George fires its MK-45 lightweight 5-inch gun
Arabian Gulf, February 10, 2012 - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George fires a round from the forward MK-45 lightweight 5-inch gun during a pre-action aim calibration fire

Littoral combat ship USS Freedom transits the Caribbean Sea during its maiden deployment
Caribbean Sea, February 20, 2010 - The littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS-1) transits the Caribbean Sea during its maiden deployment

USS Michael Murphy fires its MK45 5-inch lightweight gun
Pacific Ocean, May 17, 2014 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) fires its MK45 5-inch lightweight gun during naval surface fire support certification off the coast of San

USS Bunker Hill fires two MK-45 5 inch / 54-caliber lightweight guns
Arabian Sea, February 14, 2012 - The guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill fires two MK-45 5 inch/54-caliber lightweight guns simultaneously during a pre-action aim calibration fire exercise

The guided missile destroyer USS Spruance fires its 5 54 gun
Arabian Sea, September 15, 2004 - The guided missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG-963) fires its 5" 54 gun during a three-day exercise in the Central Arabian Gulf

A Mk-45 5-inch. 54-caliber gun is fired aboard USS Cowpens
Pacific Ocean, September 26, 2011 - The Mk-45 5-inch.54-caliber gun is fired from the forecastle during a pre-action calibration live-fire exercise aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser

Guided-missile destroyer USS Pinckney fires its MK-45 5-inch / 54-caliber gun
Gulf of Aden, November 27, 2009 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Pinckney (DDG-95) fires its MK-45 5-inch/54-caliber gun during a pre-aim calibration fire (PACFIRE) training exercise

USS Philippine Sea fires its Mk-45 lightweight gun
Arabian Sea, June 1, 2014 - The guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) fires its forward 5-inch Mk-45 lightweight gun during a live-fire exercise

The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell fires the MK-45 gun system
Pacific Ocean, September 1, 2009 - The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) fires the MK 45 five-inch gun system off the coast of Okinawa, Japan during a live-fire exercise

The guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze is underway in the Atlantic Ocean
Atlantic Ocean, May 3, 2011 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG-94) is underway in formation with ships from the U.S. Navy, U.S

USS Philippine Sea fires its MK 45 5-inch lightweight gun
Atlantic Ocean, July 30, 2013 - The guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG-58) fires its MK 45 5-inch lightweight gun

A 5-inch gun is fired aboard USS Roosevelt
Red Sea, May 24, 2014 - A 5-inch gun is fired during a live-fire event aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80)

USS Turner Joy firing one of its Mark 42 gun mounts, Vietnam War, 1968
June 20, 1968 - USS Turner Joy (DD-951) firing one of its three 5/54 Mark 42 gun mounts (Mount 52) toward an enemy shore position in Vietnam

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"Mark 45: A Symbol of Power and Precision in Warfare" War is not just about battles, it's about the indomitable spirit that drives us forward. The Mark 45 stands tall as a testament to this spirit, inspiring us with its sheer power and precision. Like an inspirational quote or a motivational poster, it reminds us of our strength and determination. As an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter gracefully picks up a pallet from USS Jason Dunham, we witness the seamless coordination between man and machine. It symbolizes the unity required to achieve victory on the battlefield. The Chinese Navy multi-role frigate Hengshui fires its main gun, showcasing their readiness for any challenge that comes their way. Similarly, aboard guided missile destroyer USS Mitscher, an Mk-45 lightweight gun roars into action - a true display of American firepower. Pre-Action Calibration fire from the forward 5 Mk 54 gun aboard USS Donald Cook demonstrates meticulous preparation before engaging in combat. This attention to detail ensures every shot counts when defending our freedom. USS Halsey joins the chorus by unleashing its MK-45 5-inch / 54-caliber lightweight gun upon adversaries who dare threaten peace. Guided missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke follows suit with another resounding blast from its own Mk-45 lightweight gun. Not to be outdone, USS Cowpens fires its Mk 45 Mod 2 gun with unwavering accuracy - leaving no doubt about America's commitment to protecting her interests worldwide. Guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins adds yet another chapter to this story of might and resilience. But it's not just limited to American forces; even the Australian navy frigate HMAS Warramunga proudly showcases its prowess as it fires its powerful 5-inch gun during surface operations - proving that strength knows no boundaries.