Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) Adm. Michelle Howard speaks during the commissioning of USS Milwaukee (LCS 5). USS Milwaukee, the third Freedom variant littoral combat ship, is designed to operate in shallow and coastal waters throughout the world.
Members of the Navy Honor Guard present the colors during the National Anthem at the commissioning of USS Milwaukee (LCS 5).
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker presents a flag of Wisconsin to Cmdr. Kendall Bridgewater, commanding officer of USS Milwaukee (LCS 5), during the ship’s commissioning ceremony.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett speaks during the commissioning of USS Milwaukee (LCS 5).
Sailors from USS Milwaukee (LCS 5) stand in formation during the commissioning of the ship.
Sailors from USS Milwaukee (LCS 5) stand in formation during the commissioning of the ship.
A Sailor stands ready to hoist the ship’s colors during the commissioning of USS Milwaukee (LCS 5).
Sailors man the rails of the newly commissioned USS Milwaukee (LCS 5).
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