SOUDA BAY, Greece (Dec. 2, 2023) Sailors assigned to the deck department of the world's largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) heave in a mooring line during a sea-and-anchor evolution in the fo'c'sle, Dec. 2, 2023. Gerald R. Ford is visiting Souda Bay, Crete for a scheduled port visit. The U.S. maintains forward-deployed, ready, and postured forces to deter aggression and support security and stability around the world. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Aaron Arroyo)