Uss Cowpens Collection

The guided missile cruiser USS Cowpens
Pacific Ocean, February 15, 2005 - The guided missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG-63) underway in the western Pacific Ocean during a winter deployment cruise with USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63)

The bow of USS Cowpens plows through a wave in rough seas
Philippine Sea, September 24, 2012 - The bow of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens plows through a wave while underway in rough seas

USS Cowpens flies a large American flag during a live fire weapons shoot
Pacific Ocean, September 20, 2012 - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) flies a large American flag during a live fire weapons shoot

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

JDS Atago sails in formation with U. S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force ships
Pacific Ocean, November 4, 2011 - JDS Atago (DDG 177) sails in formation with U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force ships during Annual Exercise 2011

USS Cowpens launches a Harpoon missile from the aft missile deck
Pacific Ocean, September 12, 2012 - The forward deployed Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens launches a Harpoon missile from the aft missile deck

USS Cowpens fires Standard Missiles 2 at an airborne drone
Pacific Ocean, September 20, 2012 - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens fires Standard Missiles 2 at an airborne drone during a live-fire weapons shoot

A Phalanx close-in weapons system is fired aboard USS Cowpens
Pacific Ocean, September 10, 2012 - A Phalanx close-in weapons system (CIWS) aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63)

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

HMAS Ballarat of the Royal Australian Navy cruises alongside US Navy ships
Pacific Ocean, June 13, 2012 - The Royal Australian Navy Anzac-class frigate, HMAS Ballarat (FFH 155) is alongside the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63)

Sailors conduct maintenance on a Close-in Weapon System aboard USS Cowpens
East China Sea, July 2, 2012 - Fire controlmen perform maintenance on a close-in weapon system (CIWS) aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63)

USS Cowpens makes a high speed turn after an underway replenishment
South China Sea, July 5, 2012 - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) makes a high speed turn and breaks away from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler

Military ships in formation at sea during Exercise Valiant Shield 2006
Pacific Ocean, June 18, 2006 - USS Cowpens (CG-63) (foreground) is followed by USS Lassen (DDG-82), USS John S. McCain (DDG-56)

USS Cowpens as seen from the top of the forward mast
Pacific Ocean, September 9, 2012 -The forward deployed Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens as seen from the top of the forward mast

A fleet of multinational Navy ships transit the Korea Strait
Korea Strait, September 29, 2011 - The Republic of Korea destroyer ROKS Wang Geon (DDH 978), forward left, the guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63)

USS Cowpens transits alongside USNS Tippecanoe
South China Sea, July 21, 2012 - The forward-deployed Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) transits alongside the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS

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The guided missile cruiser USS Cowpens is a force to be reckoned with on the high seas. With its sleek design and powerful weaponry, it dominates any environment it encounters. The bow fearlessly plows through towering waves in rough seas, showcasing its unwavering strength and resilience. Proudly flying a large American flag during a live fire weapons shoot, USS Cowpens demonstrates its allegiance to the United States and its commitment to protecting national interests. As it fires its Mk 45 Mod 2 gun, the ship unleashes an impressive display of firepower that leaves no doubt about its capabilities. In perfect harmony with international allies, JDS Atago sails alongside U. S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force ships in formation. This united front showcases the power of cooperation in maintaining peace and security across oceans. Launching a Harpoon missile from the aft missile deck, USS Cowpens exhibits precision and accuracy in engaging targets at long distances. Its arsenal also includes Standard Missiles 2 which are unleashed upon airborne drones with deadly precision. To ensure utmost protection for all onboard, sailors diligently conduct maintenance on Close-in Weapon Systems aboard USS Cowpens. These systems serve as guardians against any potential threats that may come too close for comfort. Not only does this formidable vessel possess offensive capabilities but defensive ones as well. A Phalanx close-in weapons system is fired aboard USS Cowpens to intercept incoming projectiles before they can cause harm. As HMAS Ballarat of the Royal Australian Navy cruises alongside US Navy ships, camaraderie among nations becomes evident - a testament to shared values and mutual respect within global maritime forces. With every firing of its Mk-45 5-inch. 54-caliber gun, USS Cowpens asserts dominance over adversaries while safeguarding freedom on open waters. It stands tall as a symbol of American naval power - ready to face any challenge head-on.