ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 7, 2020) The forward 5-inch gun mount is fired during a live-fire exercise aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72), Aug. 7, 2020. Vella Gulf is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Waters)