190424-N-GD018-1249 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 24, 2019) Sailors assigned to navigation department aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) hoist the battle ensign during a photo exercise with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) April 24, 2019. The Abraham Lincoln and John C. Stennis carrier strike groups as they are conducting carrier strike force operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet. Together, the strike groups will complete high-end warfighting training, enhancing interoperability with key allies and partners in the European theater. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Amber Smalley/Released)