ADRIATIC SEA (Sept. 25, 2022) Information Systems Technician 1st Class Vainthe Julien, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided- missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), presents a plaque commemorating the ships' 35th birthday to Capt. Michael Weeldreyer, commanding officer of Leyte Gulf, during a steel beach picnic, Sept. 25, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christine Montgomery)