Standard Missiles Collection

Firepower: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Firepower - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: Whoever said the pen is mightier than the word obviously never encountered automatic weapons. ~ Douglas MacArthur

A Standard Missile 3 is launched from the Aegis cruiser USS Lake Erie
December 11, 2003 - A Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) is launched from the Aegis cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70) as part of the Missile Defense Agencys latest Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS)

The Aegis-class destroyer USS Hopper launching a standard missile 3 Blk IA in Kauai
Pacific Ocean, July 30, 2009 - The Aegis-class destroyer USS Hopper (DDG-70) launches a standard missile (SM) 3 Blk IA during exercise Stellar Avenger

USS John Paul Jones launches a Standard Missile
Pacific Ocean, June 19, 2014 - The Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) launches a Standard Missile-6 (SM-6)

The guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald launches a Standard Missile-3
Pacific Ocean, October 25, 2012 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) launches a Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) as apart of a joint ballistic missile defense exercise

USS Lake Erie launches a Standard Missile 3
February 20, 2008 - The USS Lake Erie (CG-70) launches a Standard Missile-3 at a non-functioning National Reconnaissance Office satellite as it traveled in space at more than 17

A Standard Missile 3 is launched from the Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Lake Erie
Pacific Ocean, March 8, 2006 - A Standard Missile 3 (SM-3) is launched from the Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70) during a Missile Defense Agency

A Standard Missile Three is launched from the vertical launch system aboard USS Lake Erie
Pacific Ocean, November 17, 2005 - A Standard Missile Three (SM-3) is launched from the vertical launch system (VLS) aboard the Pearl Harbor based Aegis cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70)

A standard missile 2 is launched from the Aegis cruiser USS Lake Erie
Kauai, Hawaii, May 25, 2006 - A standard missile 2 (SM-2) is launched from the Pearl Harbor-based Aegis cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70) as part of a U.S Navy missile defense demonstration

Japan Maritime Self Defense Force destroyer JDS Chokai launches a Standard Missile 3
Pacific Ocean, November 19, 2008 - The Japan Maritime Self Defense Force destroyer JDS Chokai (DDG-176) launches a Standard Missile 3 during a Missile Defense Agency joint missile defense intercept

A Standard Missile 2 launches from the aft Vertical Launching System aboard USS O Kane
Pacific Ocean, July 7, 2006 - A Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) launches from the aft Vertical Launching System (VLS) aboard the U.S. Navy destroyer USS O Kane (DDG-77)

Guided missile destroyer USS Hopper launches a RIM-161 Standard Missile
July 30, 2009 - The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Hopper (DDG-70), equipped with the Aegis integrated weapons system

USS Michael Murphy fires an RIM-66M SM-2 missile
March 19, 2013 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) fires an RIM-66M SM-2 missile from the aft vertical launch system while underway in the Pacific Ocean

A Standard Missile-3 is launched from USS Lake Erie
Pacific Ocean, September 18, 2013 - An SM-3 Block 1B interceptor is launched from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70)

A Standard Missile 3 leaves the guided missile cruiser USS Lake Erie
Guided missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70), during a joint Missile Defense Agency, U.S. Navy ballistic missile flight test

A Standard Missile Three is launched from the Mark 41 Vertical Launch System onboard
A Standard Missile Three (SM-3) is launched from the Mark 41 Vertical Launch System (VLS) onboard the US Navy Ticonderoga Class Guided Missile Cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70)

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"Firepower that Inspires: Standard Missiles Taking the World by Storm" With an unwavering determination and a relentless pursuit of excellence, they have become the epitome of sheer firepower. These remarkable weapons possess the ability to inspire awe and instill confidence in those who witness their might. From the Aegis cruiser USS Lake Erie to the Aegis-class destroyer USS Hopper, these vessels serve as launching pads for these extraordinary projectiles. As a Standard Missile 3 is unleashed into the vast expanse of sky, it symbolizes our unyielding commitment to protect and defend. The Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Lake Erie joins this elite fleet, showcasing its prowess as it launches yet another Standard Missile With each launch comes a renewed sense of purpose – safeguarding our shores from any potential threat that may loom on the horizon. Witnessing the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald release a Standard Missile-3 is nothing short of breathtaking. It serves as a reminder that we are not alone in this battle; together, we stand strong against any adversary daring enough to challenge us. Time after time, USS John Paul Jones proves its mettle by launching these formidable missiles with precision and power. Each launch signifies our unwavering dedication towards maintaining peace and security across oceans far and wide. But it is aboard USS Lake Erie where these magnificent weapons truly shine. Launch after launch, they soar through the atmosphere like shooting stars - unstoppable forces ready to neutralize any threat that dares cross their path. They have become synonymous with strength, resilience, and unity among nations striving for peace. They remind us all that even in times of uncertainty or turmoil, there will always be heroes willing to rise above adversity for a greater cause. So let us celebrate these incredible achievements - both technological marvels and symbols of human ingenuity - with an inspirational quote: "In every missile launched lies hope for peace, a testament to our unwavering determination.