CVN-71 is named after Theodore Roosevelt (1858–1919), 26th President of the United States of America (1901–1909).

TR was appointed Assistant Secretary of the Navy in 1897 and immediately began building the strength of the Navy, but resigned during the 1898 Spanish-American War, to go to battle. Returning from Cuba a hero, he was elected Governor of New York in 1899 and was the running mate of William McKinley in the 1900 election. President McKinley was mortally wounded by an assassin on September 6, 1901, and Roosevelt was sworn in as the nation's 26th President a week later. In 1902, TR moved to create the Panama Canal, and later mediated a peace which brought an end to the Russo-Japanese War in 1905 (and earned him the Nobel Peace Prize). In 1907, Roosevelt sent 16 American battleships around the world. The "Great White Fleet" was, as he remarked, "the most important service I ever rendered to peace."

Roosevelt left the White House in 1909. He was the first president to fly and the first to submerge in a submarine, as well as the first American to win the Nobel Peace Prize. As Assistant Secretary of the Navy, he supported research and development in carrier aviation. In naming CVN-71, Secretary of the Navy John F. Lehman said, "[TR] was one of the architects of our modern Navy. His complete faith in the necessity for a strong Navy has been fully justified by most recent history."

Three previous U.S. warships have borne the name:

1. A steamer, named Roosevelt.
2. A transport.
3. A Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarine.

PCU Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), first Newport News Shipbuilding module carrier island lift. Photo is dated 30 August 1984. ©Huntington Ingalls Industries, CPF13-16 file.

Island lift on Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during construction. Newport News Shipbuilding photo.

Theodore Roosevelt prior to her christening ceremony.

The christening ceremony for the future USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71).

Mrs. Barbara W. Lehman (née Barbara Wieland), wife of the Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable John F. Lehman, Jr., and ship's sponsor, breaks a champagne bottle on the bow of PCU Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during the christening ceremony at Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock Company, Saturday, 27 October 1984. Photo by Stu Gilman.

This photo was taken immediately after Theodore Roosevelt was christened.

The newly christened Theodore Roosevelt in the James River, as she was being towed to her outfitting pier.

[PCU] Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) underway in the late summer of 1986 during shipyard trials. Note the four 20mm Phalanx Mk 15 CIWS placed on each corner of the ship. In contrast to the older super carriers, all the Mk 91 fire control systems on Theodore Roosevelt are concentrated on the island and the separate lattice mast.

Photo and text from Aircraft Carriers of the U.S. Navy, by Stefan Terzibaschitsch.

F-14 Tomcat, A-6 Intruder, F/A-18 Hornet, E-2 Hawkeye and S-3 Viking aircraft overfly the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during her commissioning ceremony at Newport News, Va., October 25, 1986. US Navy photo by PHC Scallan (DVIC id: DNSC8801425).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) at sea, 1987–1993.

Official U.S. Navy Photograph, from the collections of the Naval History and Heritage Command (NH&HC), # NH 106556.

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) nine months after commissioning, [(July 1987,)] tied up at Pier 12, Norfolk Naval Shipyard. The silhouette of the radar mast is obscured by another carrier's mast. The rake-shaped structure on the stern transom, just below the ship's name, appears to be boat-handling gear.

Photo and text from Aircraft Carriers of the U.S. Navy, by Stefan Terzibaschitsch.

F-14A Tomcat aircraft, from VF-41 "Black Aces" and VF-84 "Jolly Rogers" squadrons, on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), while the ship is moored at Pier 12 Norfolk, 3 August 1988. In the background are the battleship USS Iowa (BB-61), three Charles F. Adams-class guided missile destroyers—with USS John King (DDG-3) outboard—and the aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea (CV-43).

An SH-3H Sea King helicopter from HS-7 flies by USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) in 1989. Photo by PH2 Michael Dale.

Toulon, France, 3–9 April 1989, with Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 aboard. TR hosted more than 600 local dignitaries during her port call at Toulon, for her first "Sunset Parade." Guests were treated to a flawless "silent drill" presented by the ship's Marine Detachment. Also during her port visit, Theodore Roosevelt hosted the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, AVCM(AW) Duane R. Bushey (former ship's CMC) for a one day visit.

Photo by Marius Bar, Toulon, France.

Two SPS-65 low-altitude radar antennas for the Mk.91 Fire Control System on the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) at Naval Air Station, Norfolk, Virginia, 12 January 1990. U.S. Navy photo by PH2 Tracy Lee Didas (VIRIN DN-ST-90-04632).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), Norfolk, Virginia, June 1990.

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) underway, March 1991, in the Persian Gulf.

All four of the carriers sailing in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm—Battle Force Zulu—briefly steamed together in formation on 2 March 1991, after the cease-fire. USS Bunker Hill (CG-52) leads USS Leyte Gulf (CG-55)—starboard flank—, USS Midway (CV-41), USS Ranger (CV-61), USS Normandy (CG-60)—port flank—, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71)—starboard—and USS America (CV-66).

NS026192a: Photo by PH1 Galen L. Walker. Photo # DN-SC-91-06734.

NS026192b: Photo by PH1 Galen L. Walker. Photo # DN-ST-91-07574.

NS026192c: Photo by PHC Kris Kristofferson. Photo # DN-ST-91-07845.

NS026192d: Photo by PH1 Galen L. Walker. Photo # DN-ST-92-01394.

Taken from an EA-6B in 1993 on a Med cruise.

From the USS Theodore Roosevelt website: "TR and CVW-8 began their third deployment on Mar. 11, 1993. [...] Deployed for 184 days, TR spent 169 days underway. Her flight deck logged over 16,000 hours, and CVW-8 flew more sorties than during the Persian Gulf War."

Sailors watch from the pier as the large harbor tugs Dahlonega (YTB-770), Marinette (YTB-791) and Okmulgee (YTB-765) maneuver the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) into port upon her arrival from a six-month Mediterranean deployment. Naval Station Norfolk, 8 September 1993.

USN photo by PH2 J. Bivera (# DN-ST-94-00743).

Two "aircraft carriers moored in Norfolk, VA, during early spring 1994. The aircraft carriers are CVN-73 (USS George Washington) on the left and CVN‑71 (USS Theodore Roosevelt) on the right. These were taken on a water tour of the Naval Yard."

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) transits up the Elizabeth River from Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, Va. to Norfolk Naval Station, after a mid-1990s Selected Restricted Availability (SRA). Official US Navy photo.

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) conducts a Vertical Replenishment weapons off-load with the ammunition ship USS Santa Barbara (AE-28) as they steam in the waters off the Virginia coast on October 20, 1995. The crates of ordnance are being transferred by using a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter.

An SH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter from Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Seven (HS-7) approaches USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during operations in the Mediterranean Sea, February 10, 1997. U.S. Navy photo by Photograher's Mate 2nd Class James E. Perkins (# 970210-N-8590P-001).

Undergoing an Extended Drydocking Selected Restricted Availability (EDSRA) at Norfolk, VA, July 1997.

Crewmembers and Norfolk Naval Shipyard workers man the rails aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) after a short shakedown cruise, July 17, 1998.

Crewmembers and Norfolk Naval Shipyard workers man the rails aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) after a short shakedown cruise, 17 July 1998.

USN photo by PH1 James F. Slaughenhaupt (# 980717-N-1030S-004).

Aviation Ordnancemen load Rockeye cluster bombs on to the wing of an F/A-18 Hornet. Also seen are two AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles attached to the wingtips of two F/A-18s parked side by side. USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) was deployed to the Adriatic Sea in support of the NATO-led Operation Allied Force (March–June 1999). Photo by PH1 Richard Rosser, dated 12 April 1999.

National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) photo, # 330-CFD-DD-SD-00-02618.

Flight deck personnel prepare an F/A-18C Hornet to a catapult aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and her Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 were deployed to the Adriatic in support of the NATO-led Operation Allied Force. Photo by PH1 Richard Rosser, dated 12 April 1999.

National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) photo, # 330-CFD-DD-SD-00-02717 (990412-N-6240R-011).

Air Wing safety officers overlook an F-14A Tomcat being attached to a catapult (not shown) aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and her Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 were deployed to the Adriatic in support of the NATO-led Operation Allied Force. Photo dated 12 April 1999.

National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) photo, # 330-CFD-DD-SD-00-02721.

An F-14A Tomcat engages its afterburners prior to a night launch off the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and her embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 were participating in strike missions over the former Yugoslavia in support of NATO Operation Allied Force. Photo by PH3 Donne' McKissic, dated 12 April 1999.

National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) photo, # 330-CFD-DD-SD-00-02716 (990412-N-7280M-001).

Members of USS Theodore Roosevelt's Hangar Deck Control team guide an F-14A Tomcat into the carrier's hangar bay, in the Adriatic Sea, 17 April 1999. TR and her embarked carrier air wing (CVW-8) were participating in air strikes against the former Yugoslavia in support of NATO Operation Allied Force. Photo by PH3 Donne' McKissic (#990417-N-7280M-004). (DVIC id: DD-SD-00-02676).

US Navy photo by PH2 Bobby McRill (# 990503-N-5526M-001).

The Atlantic Ocean, Sep. 15, 1999 — Hundreds of crew members of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), in dress white uniforms, spell out a reference to the quote of former President Theodore Roosevelt: "Speak softly and carry a big stick." The aircraft carrier was transiting the Atlantic Ocean on her way home to Norfolk, Va., after a six-month deployment in the Adriatic Sea and Arabian Gulf. U.S. Navy photo by Photograher's Mate 2nd Class (AW) Robert R. McRill (photo # 990915-N-5526M-001).

"Salty Dog 110" from Naval Strike Aircraft Test Squadron 23 (VX-23) prepares to land on USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). Official US Navy photo.

This picture was possibly taken in April 2001, when the Joint Precision Approach Landing System (JPALS) test team successfully performed the first global positioning system (GPS)-based automatic landing to an aircraft carrier. Based on GPS, JPALS is intended for military aircraft including manned and unmanned fixed-wing, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL), and rotary-wing aircraft, and is designed to replace tactical air navigation (TACAN) systems and augment the current automatic carrier landing system (ACLS) and instrument carrier landing system (ICLS).

Oct. 17, 2001 — Aircraft stand ready for missions over Afghanistan on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). The ship and her embarked carrier airwing were on a scheduled deployment and joined other carrier battle groups already deployed in the southwest Asia operating area. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Jason Scarborough. [011017-N-2003S-001].

Operation Enduring Freedom, Oct. 17, 2001 — USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) joined other three Carrier Battle Groups (USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70), USS Enterprise (CVN-65) and USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63)) in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Jason Scarborough. [011017-N-2003S-003].

An F/A-18 Hornet from VFA-86 "Sidewinders" ignites its afterburners while preparing to be catapulted from the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 20 October 2001. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was operating in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Jeremy Hall (# 011020-N-3896H-002).

Operation Enduring Freedom, Nov. 24, 2001 — The fast combat support ship USS Sacramento (AOE-1) is in the process of replenishing the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) as the guided missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG-72) approaches her station alongside the AOE. Note a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter, assigned to Sacramento, also carrying supplies to Theodore Roosevelt. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Bobby McRill (# 011124-N-5526M-002).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and USS Detroit (AOE-4) conduct a replenishment at sea (RAS) while underway in the Arabian Sea supporting Operation Enduring Freedom, December 6, 2001. U.S. Navy photo by PH2(AW) Jason Scarborough (011206-N-2003S-503).

Operation Enduring Freedom, Dec. 6, 2001 — USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) underway in waters off Southwest Asia. Many of the carrier's aircraft, S-3B Vikings, E-2C Hawkeyes, F-14 Tomcats, and F/A-18 Hornets, are shown on the ship's 4.5-acre flight deck. Two CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters are on the port side. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Jason Scarborough (AW). [011206-N-2003S-504].

Operation Enduring Freedom, Dec. 12, 2001 — On the bridge of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), the lee helmsman (left) and the helmsman maintain course and speed of the 97,000-ton aircraft carrier. While the helmsman steers the ship, as directed by the Officer of the Deck, the lee helmsman transmits all orders concerning speed and direction of the engines to the engine room. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Photographer's Mate Eric A. Clement (# 011212-N-1328C-502).

Operation Enduring Freedom, Jan. 6, 2002 — An Air Traffic Controller at the approach radar console in the Carrier Air Traffic Control Center (CATCC) aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) keeps track of aircraft returning to the carrier. Navy Air Traffic Controllers aboard the carrier must keep track of and coordinate the flights of a number of high-performance aircraft as they return to the ship and prepare to land. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Photographer's Mate Eric A. Clement (# 020106-N-1328C-508).

Operation Enduring Freedom, Feb. 19, 2002 — Aircraft assigned to Carrier Air Wing One (CVW-1) are positioned on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) at the beginning of flight operations. On this date, TR broke a 22-year-old [U.S. Navy] record for the most days continually at sea. The Norfolk, Va.-based ship had been at sea for 153 days. The previous record was held by USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) at 152 days in 1980. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Brad Garner. [020219-N-2410G-002].

As seen from a distance on the ship's island, the famous World Trade Center "Ground Zero" national ensign, along with a New York City Police Department flag and New York City Fire Department flag, are flown to commemorate the last day of flight operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, as USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) begins her journey home, 2 March 2002. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and her embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 were scheduled to be relieved by USS John F. Kennedy's Carrier Battle Group. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Jason Scarborough (# 020302-N-2003S-001).

Operation Enduring Freedom, Mar. 6, 2002 — The sun rises behind USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), as she prepares to turn over operations to the John F. Kennedy (CV-67) Battle Group. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class Jim Hampshire. [020306-N-6492H-510].

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) completed a [U.S. Navy] record 159 consecutive days at sea during her 189-day deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, September 19, 2001–March 27, 2002. Official US Navy photo.

CAPT Richard O'Hanlon, Commanding Officer, USS Theodore Roosevelt, proudly displays the Battle Efficiency (Battle "E") award that was presented to the crew by Commander Naval Air Forces Atlantic Fleet, Rear Admiral Michael Malone. Theodore Roosevelt had recently completed a six-month deployment to the Mediterranean and North Arabian Sea conducting combat missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Angela Virnig, 2 May 2002 (#020502-N-5786V-001).

Admiral Robert J. Natter (second from left), Commander in Chief, U.S. Atlantic Fleet, presents Captain Richard J. O'Hanlon (far left), Commanding Officer, USS Theodore Roosevelt with the Battenberg Cup on the ship's flight deck, 27 June 2002. The Battenberg Cup is presented annually to an Atlantic Fleet Battle Efficiency winner with the greatest accumulation of crew achievements. This includes exhibiting the highest level of operational readiness and productivity during the competitive 12-month period, and includes all classes of ships and submarines. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Michelle McCandless (#020627-N-0382M-001).

The Atlantic Ocean, Dec. 8, 2002 — Flight deck Sailors stretch out a barricade during an aircraft mishap drill on the Theodore Roosevelt's flight deck. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier is currently underway in the Atlantic Ocean for Tailored Ship Training Availability (TSTA). TSTA has specific training events designed to incrementally enhance the ship's operating proficiency and gradually integrate the air wing with the ship. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Todd M. Flint (021208-N-0275F-507).

Commanding Officer, CAPT Richard O'Hanlon, presents the ship's Operations Officer, CDR Mark Hunter, with the Distinguished Flying Cross, aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 23 December 2002. Hunter, whose call sign is "Tuna," was awarded the medal for leading a successful strike against an enemy leadership compound in Kandahar, Afghanistan, in December 2001. At the time, Hunter was commanding officer of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 82 "Marauders," deployed aboard Theodore Roosevelt in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Sabrina Day (# 021223-N-7265D-001).

The Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 9, 2003 — Two aircraft are transferred from the ship's hangar bay to the flight deck on one of four of the ship's aircraft elevators. Elevators are used constantly to move Carrier Air Wing Eight (CVW-8) aircraft around the ship. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Brad Garner. [030109-N-2410G-506].

Aerial view of the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) with her embarked Carrier Air Wing Eight (CVW-8), February 4, 2003. TR was conducting training exercises in the Caribbean Sea while preparing to deploy to the United States Central Command Area of Responsibility. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Todd M. Flint (# 030204-N-0275F-502).

The Mediterranean Sea, Mar. 20, 2003 — USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) powers through the Mediterranean Sea conducting missions in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Todd M. Flint. (030320-N-0275F-501).

The Mediterranean Sea, Apr. 12, 2003 — USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) underway conducting combat missions in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Todd M. Flint. (030412-N-0275F-504).

The Mediterranean Sea, May 3, 2003 — USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) steams through the Mediterranean while conducting operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Todd Flint (030503-N-0275F-504).

Naval Station Norfolk, Va., May 29, 2003 — USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) is assisted to the pier by tug boats at Naval Station Norfolk, putting an end to her deployment in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Delia Pettit (030529-N-6607P-004).

Norfolk, Va., Feb. 19, 2004 — USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) transits the Elizabeth River to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth, Va. The nuclear powered aircraft carrier was at the time involved in Planned Incremental Availability (PIA) following her deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Jason Lagoe (040219-N-4013L-501).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) transits the Elizabeth River after spending eleven months in the Norfolk Naval Shipyard for repairs, on 10 December 2004. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Larry Hess.

USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69), left, and USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), Norfolk, VA, 9 February 2005.

Atlantic Coast, Mar. 12, 2005 — USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67), background, conducts vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operations with USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). VERTREPs are used to quickly transfer munitions and supplies from one ship to another. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Randall Damm (# 050312-N-9362D-008).

USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67), top; USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), center; and the Military Sealift Command (MSC) fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) conduct vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operations off the Atlantic Coast, 12 March 2005. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Randall Damm (# 050312-N-9362D-001).

Atlantic Ocean, Mar. 31, 2005 — An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the "War Party" of Strike Fighter Squadron Eight Seven (VFA-87), prepares to launch from the flight deck aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). The "War Party" were embarked aboard TR as part of Carrier Air Wing Eight (CVW-8). The aircraft carrier was at the time underway for Tailored Ship Training Availability and Final Evaluation Problem (TSTA/FEP). U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Jonathan W. Hutto, Sr. (050331-N-3333H-002).

Atlantic Ocean, May 19, 2005 — USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) conducting carrier qualifications off the coast of Virginia. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Eben Boothby (050519-N-8163B-001).

Atlantic Ocean, July 15, 2005 — The USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group conducts a close quarters exercise while underway in the Atlantic Ocean. From left, USS San Jacinto (CG-56), USS Donald Cook (DDG-75), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), USS Oscar Austin (DDG-79), and the Spanish AEGIS guided missile frigate Álvaro de Bazán (F-101). The strike group was conducting a Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX).

U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Eben Boothby (# 050715-N-8163B-028).

Norfolk, Va., Sep. 1, 2005 — Sailors aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) man the rails prior to getting underway from Naval Station Norfolk, Va. Nearly 7,500 Sailors from the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group deployed in support of the Global War On Terrorism. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 1st Class Gregory A. Roberts (# 050901-N-3725R-044).

A U.S. Navy F-14D Tomcat of Fighter Squadron (VF) 213 "Black Lions" (BuNo 164602, modex AJ-213) with a new data transfer system (ROVER) installed to its underside (circled in red in the photo), part of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8, deployed with USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), barely visible in the background, down. Photo taken in late 2005 or early 2006.

U.S. Navy photo.

An F-14D Tomcat (BuNo 164602, modex AJ-213) painted in retro colors during the type's (and this particular aircraft) final cruise, 10 October 2005. This Tomcat was conducting a mission over the Persian Gulf, and was assigned to Fighter Squadron (VF) 213 "Black Lions," part of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8, deployed with USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71).

U.S. Navy photo by LT(JG) Scott Timmester, # 051010-N-5088T-001.

Persian Gulf, November 15, 2005 — An F-14D Tomcat, assigned to the "Tomcatters" of Fighter Squadron Three One (VF-31), prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). TR and embarked Carrier Air Wing Eight (CVW-8) were underway in the Persian Gulf supporting Operation Steel Curtain, an offensive aimed at preventing cells of Al-Qaeda from entering Iraq through the Syrian border. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Apprentice Nathan Laird (# 051115-N-7241L-012).

Persian Gulf, December 3, 2005 — The Spanish Navy guided missile frigate Álvaro de Bazán (F-101) steams alongside USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during the AEGIS frigate's departure from Carrier Strike Group Two (CSG-2). CSG-2 was underway on a regularly scheduled deployment conducting maritime security operations.

U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Matthew Bash (# 051203-N-4154B-008).

The Spanish Navy frigate Álvaro de Bazán (F-101) sails past USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and the guided missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG‑75) during Álvaro de Bazán's departure from Carrier Strike Group Two (CSG-2), 3 December 2005. CSG-2 was underway in the Persian Gulf on a regularly scheduled deployment conducting maritime security operations.

U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Matthew Bash (# 051203-N-4154B-010).

Persian Gulf, December 21, 2005 — Operations Specialists man their workstations in the Combat Direction Center (CDC) aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). TR and embarked Carrier Air Wing Eight (CVW-8) were underway on a regularly scheduled deployment conducting maritime security operations. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Matthew Bash (# 051221-N-4154B-001).

Persian Gulf, January 30, 2006 — USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) conducts a Close-in Weapons System (CIWS) live fire test in the Persian Gulf. CIWS is a fast-reaction, rapid-fire 20-millimeter gun system that provides U.S. Navy ships with a terminal defense against anti-ship missiles that have penetrated other fleet defenses. TR and embarked Carrier Air Wing Eight (CVW-8) were underway on a regularly scheduled deployment conducting maritime security operations. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Tony Foster (# 060130-N-9805F-001).

Two F-14D Tomcats launch from USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) in the Red Sea, 13 February 2006. The Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier was underway on a regularly scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations.

The Tomcats were assigned to Fighter Squadrons (VF) 31 "Tomcatters" and VF-213 "Black Lions". Both squadrons were redesignated Strike Fighter Squadrons (VFA) and transitioned to the F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornet, respectively, in the next few months.

U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Javier Capella (# 060213-N-0685C-014).

Aksaz Naval Base, Marmaris, Turkey, February 16, 2006, on her way back to the USA.

Souda Bay, Crete, Greece, February 22, 2006 — USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) heads to sea following a logistics stop on the Greek island of Crete. TR and Carrier Air Wing Eight (CVW-8) were underway on a regularly scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations. U.S. Navy photo by Mr. Paul Farley (# 060222-N-0780F-001).

Atlantic Ocean, March 10, 2006 — F/A-18 Hornets perform a fly-by in formation over USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). TR and Carrier Air Wing Eight (CVW-8) were returning from a six-month deployment in support of maritime security operations and the global war on terrorism. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Michael Cole (# 060310-N-2838C-021).

Atlantic Ocean, April 24, 2006 — An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Gunslingers" of Strike Fighter Squadron One Zero Five (VFA-105) makes an arrested landing on the flight deck aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). TR was underway conducting carrier qualifications (CQ) in support of the fleet response plan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Chris Thamann 060425-N-6410T-002).

Marking the end of an era for Naval Aviation, the final aircraft carrier operational launch for Tomcats happened aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) when F-14D AJ-112, from the "Tomcatters" of Fighter Squadron 31 (VF-31), piloted by LT Blake Coleman and Radar Intercept Officer (RIO) LCDR Dave Lauderbaugh, made its way down catapult No. 3 at 1642, July 28, 2006. US Navy photograph (# 060728-N-7241L-004) by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nathan Laird.

An MH-60S Seahawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 26 conducts a vertical replenishment from USNS Mount Baker (T-AE 34) (left), while USNS Lewis and Clark (T-AKE 1) (center), prepares to conduct a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) with Mount Baker and (right) USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) in the Atlantic Ocean, 17 December 2006. U.S. Navy photo by MCSN Zach Hernandez (#061217-N-9708H-028).

US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Joshua A. Moore (# 070209-N-2880M-056).

From left, U.S. Navy aircraft carriers USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), USS Enterprise (CVN-65) and USS Harry S. Truman (CVN‑75) sit moored in Norfolk, Va., 22 February 2007. DoD photo by Cherie A. Thurlby (# 070222-D-7203T-021).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) transits down the Elizabeth River from Naval Station Norfolk to Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Virginia, 7 March 2007. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was undergoing a planned incremental availability period for maintenance. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Javier Capella (#070307-N-0685C-006).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) makes her transit down the Elizabeth River from Naval Station Norfolk to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, March 7, 2007. The carrier was undergoing a Planned Incremental Availability period for maintenance. US Navy photograph (# 070307-N-8138B-001) by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Eben Boothby.

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) transits the Elizabeth River towards Naval Station Norfolk, Va., 28 November 2007, following a nine-month planned incremental availability in Norfolk Naval Shipyard. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan B. Laird (# 071128-N-7241L-010).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) prepares to moor in Naval Station Norfolk, Va., 28 November 2007, following a nine-month planned incremental availability in Norfolk Naval Shipyard. USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) is across the pier. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan B. Laird (# 071128-N-7241L-016).

Pierside at Naval Station Norfolk, VA December 7, 2007.

Underway in the Atlantic, December 9, 2007.

A T-45 Goshawk training aircraft lands on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 1 February 2008. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was conducting carrier qualifications off the Virginia coast. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Hall (# 080201-N-3218H-004).

T-45 Goshawk training aircraft are staged on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during flight qualifications off the coast of Virginia, 1 February 2008. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (# 080201-N-7571S-001).

A T-45 Goshawk launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 9 March 2008. The T-45 is used for intermediate and advanced portions of the Navy and Marine Corps pilot training program for jet carrier aviation and tactical strike missions. Theodore Roosevelt was conducting carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Mason (# 090309-N-2193M-009).

An Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) guides a T-45 Goshawk trainer jet into launch position on one of the steam-powered catapults aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 9 March 2008, in the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Laird (# 080309-N-7241L-001).

A shooter gives the signal to launch a T-45 Goshawk training aircraft from the bow catapult of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 9 March 2008, in the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (# 080309-N-7571S-002).

A shooter gives his final checks prior to launching a T-45 Goshawk from the bow catapult aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 9 March 2008, in the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (# 080309-N-7571S-003).

A T-45 Goshawk training aircraft is waved off from making an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 9 March 2008, in the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (# 080309-N-7571S-005).

An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Valions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 15 prepares to launch from the flight deck aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 18 March 2008. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was conducting carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Mason (# 080318-N-2193M-010).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) steams in the Atlantic Ocean, 27 March 2008. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 were conducting a tailored ship's training availability and final evaluation problem. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael D. Cole (# 080327-N-2838C-002).

USNS Supply (T-AOE 6), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG-94) sail side-by-side during a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) in the Atlantic Ocean, 28 March 2008. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and embarked Carrier Air Wing 8 (CVW-8) were conducting tailored ship's training availability and final evaluation problem. U.S. Navy photo MC2 Michael D. Cole (#080328-N-2838C-029).

USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) steams between USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG-94) while conducting a replenishment at sea (RAS) in the Atlantic Ocean, 28 March 2008. U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Michael D. Cole (#080328-N-2838C-032).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) steams alongside the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) during a fueling-at-sea in the Atlantic Ocean, 27 April 2008. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Laird (# 080427-N-7241L-008).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) steams alongside the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) during a fueling-at-sea in the Atlantic Ocean, 27 April 2008. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Laird (# 080427-N-7241L-018).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) steams alongside the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) during a fueling-at-sea in the Atlantic Ocean, 27 April 2008. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Laird (# 080427-N-7241L-019).

The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) steams alongside USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during a fueling-at-sea in the Atlantic Ocean, 27 April 2008. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Laird (080427-N-7241L-024).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) steams alongside the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) during a fueling-at-sea in the Atlantic Ocean, 27 April 2008. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Laird (# 080427-N-7241L-031).

The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) steams alongside USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during a fueling-at-sea in the Atlantic Ocean, 27 April 2008. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Laird (080427-N-7241L-032).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) navigates in the Atlantic Ocean during integrated French and American carrier qualifications and cyclic flight operations, 23 July 2008. The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group was participating in Joint Task Force Exercise Operation Brimstone off the Atlantic coast. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (# 080723-N-7571S-003).

An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213, flies over USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during flight operations in the Gulf of Oman, 1 Novermber 2008. VFA-213 was assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8. The Theodore Roosevelt Strike Group was on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th Fleet Area Of Responsibility. U.S. Navy photo by LCDR Johnnie Caldwell (# 081101-N-0000C-001).

A Grumman E-2C Hawkeye (BuNo 164494) from Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 124 "Bear Aces" flies over the Gulf of Aden in the U.S. 5th Fleet Area Of Responsibility, 25 March 2009. VAW-124 was assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) for a deployment to the Mediterranean Sea and the Indian Ocean, 8 September 2008–18 April 2009. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (# 090325-N-7571S-008).

Three views of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), at anchor in Stokes Bay, off Portsmouth, England, 5 April 2009, while on her way home after service in the Gulf.

BBC/News/UK website.

USS Theodore Roosevelt, as seen from the shore, while anchored in Stokes Bay, off Portsmouth.

BBC/News/UK website.

USS Theodore Roosevelt, with yachts passing while sitting at anchor, in Stokes Bay, near Portsmouth.

BBC/News/UK website.

The final section of the main mast of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) is installed at Northrop Grumman Newport News Shipbuilding, 24 February 2011. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was undergoing a mid-life refueling complex overhaul.

NS027164: Photo by Chris Oxley. Courtesy of Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding.

NS027164a: Photo by John Whalen. Courtesy of Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding.

USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) passes USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) as she arrives at Newport News Shipbuilding, 28 March 2013. At the time, TR was in the final stages of her refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH).

Huntington Ingalls Industries photo by Ricky Thompson, # DCS13-185-1871.

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) departs Newport News Shipyard in Newport News, Va., 25 August 2013. The aircraft carrier was underway for the first time in four years, conducting Sea Trials, following Refueling Complex Overhaul (RCOH).

NS027168: U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cory Asato (# 130825-N-OO032-069).

NS027168a: Newport News Shipbuilding photo by John Whalen.

NS027168b: Newport News Shipbuilding photo by Chris Oxley.

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) returns to homeport at Naval Station Norfolk, 29 August 2013, for the first time in four years. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was redelivered to the U.S. Navy on that day following successful sea trials that tested the ship's systems after her refueling and complex overhaul at Newport News Shipbuilding.

U.S. Navy photo courtesy of Huntington Ingalls Industries, by Ricky Thompson (# 130829-N-ZZ999-002).

The experimental X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System Demonstrator (UCAS-D) conducts an arrested landing aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) in the Atlantic Ocean, 9 November 2013. TR was the third carrier to test the tailless, unmanned autonomous air craft's ability to integrate with carrier environment. US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Anthony N. Hilkowski (# 131109-N-ZZ999-176).

An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the "Salty Dogs" of Strike Aircraft Test Squadron (VX) 23, tests the Joint Precision Approach Landing System (JPALS) aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) in the Atlantic Ocean, 12 November 2013. The F/A-18C Hornet's primary purpose is air-to-air and air-to-ground combat. U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Stephane Belcher (# 131112-N-PG340-449).

Sailors and Marines aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD-5) man the rails as the ship departs Norfolk, VA, for an eight-month deployment, 8 February 2014. The islands of aircraft carriers USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77) can be clearly seen in the background. The Bataan Amphibious Readiness Group was deployed supporting maritime security operations, providing crisis response capability, increasing theater security cooperation and a forward naval presence in the U.S. Navy's 5th and 6th Fleet Areas of Responsibility. U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chase Hawley (# 140208-N-MW280-227).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) launches a Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM), 19 August 2014, in the Atlantic Ocean. The RAM was tested to ensure its combat readiness and ability to defend against anti-ship cruise missiles and other asymmetric threats. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was underway conducting training and preparing for future deployments. U.S. Navy photo (# 140818-N-ZZ999-003).

A Navy's unmanned X-47B (BuNo 168063, modex SD-501), attached to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23, on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 21 August 2014, during a series of tests in the Atlantic Ocean demonstrating the aircraft's ability to operate safely and seamlessly with manned aircraft.

U.S. Navy photo by Liz Wolter (# 140821-N-ZZ999-090).

An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Thunderbolts" of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 251 recovers aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) in the Atlantic Ocean, 15 January 2015. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was underway participating in a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX), which tests the Carrier Strike Group's ability to effectively react to real-world scenarios and perform as an integrated unit. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kris R. Lindstrom (# 150115-N-GN619-068).

An F/A-18F Super Hornet flown by CAPT Daniel Grieco, commanding officer of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), and CAPT Benjamin Hewlett, deputy commander of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1, completes the 200,000 arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier, 16 January 2015, in the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. Navy photo (# 150116-N-ZZ999-110).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) departs Naval Station Norfolk, 10 March 2015, for a scheduled deployment, which is part of a regular rotation of forces to support maritime security operations, provide crisis response capability, and increase theater security cooperation and forward naval presence in the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operation. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Wolpert (# 150310-N-VC599-016).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) departs Naval Station Norfolk, 10 March 2015, for a scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Wolpert (# 150310-N-VC599-021).

An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Knighthawks" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136 launches from the flight deck during flight operations aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) in the Persian Gulf, 21 August 2015. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the region. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anna Van Nuys (# 150821-N-GR120-100).

An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Sea Knights" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22 delivers cargo from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) to the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during a vertical replenishment in the Persian Gulf, 26 August 2015. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the region. U.S. Navy photo by Naval Air Crewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Christopher Harris (# 150826-N-ZZ999-035).

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Keaira Harvey loads an EA-18G Growler assigned to the "Rooks" of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137 onto a shuttle during flight operations aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 27 August 2015, in the Persian Gulf. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the region. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anna Van Nuys (# 150827-N-GR120-116).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) transits the Persian Gulf, 2 October 2015. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the region. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Alex Millar (# 151002-N-SB299-456).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) transits the Pacific Ocean, 4 November 2017. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anthony J. Rivera (# 171104-N-XC372-2072).

Two B-1B Lancer bombers and two F/A-18 Super Hornet strike fighters fly in formation over the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Hyūga-class helicopter destroyer JS Ise (DDH-182), front, and USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) in the Pacific Ocean, 12 November 2017. USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76), Theodore Roosevelt and USS Nimitz (CVN-68) Strike Groups were underway and conducting operations in international waters as part of a three-carrier strike force exercise. The U.S. Pacific Fleet has patrolled the Indo-Pacific routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional security, stability and prosperity. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Holly L. Herline (# 171112-N-KR702-166).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76) and USS Nimitz (CVN-68), and their strike groups underway, 12 November 2017, conducting operations in international waters as part of a three-carrier strike force exercise. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia Pacific region routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional security, stability and prosperity.

U.S. Navy photo by LT(JG) James Griffin, # 171112-N-LB724-346.

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) transits the Persian Gulf, 6 December 2017. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and her carrier strike group were deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations, to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anthony J. Rivera (# 171206-N-XC372-1103).

An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Fighting Redcocks" of Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 22 takes off from the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Matthew Perry (T-AKE 9), 14 December 2017. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and her Carrier Strike Group were deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations, in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Spencer Roberts (# 171214-N-MJ135-1214).

Cpl. Hayden Nagy, assigned to the "Checkerboards" of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, welds a support shelf aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 2 January 2018.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alex Corona (# 180102-N-VN584-1189).

Sailors move boxes of food across the flight deck during a replenishment-at-sea aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 4 January 2018, in the Persian Gulf. TR and her Carrier Strike Group were deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet Area of Operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Victoria Foley (# 180104-N-AD499-1065).

An Aviation Machinist's Mate cleans and tightens the rear rotor on an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Battlecats" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 73 in the hangar bay of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 4 January 2018, in the Persian Gulf.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Spencer Roberts (# 180104-N-MJ135-1004).

An Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuels) presses a switch on the overhead of primary flight control aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 4 January 2018, in the Persian Gulf.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Spencer Roberts (# 180104-N-MJ135-1022).

An EA-18G Growler, assigned to the "Cougars" of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 139, prepares to launch from the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), 8 February 2018, in the Persian Gulf. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and her carrier strike group were deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet Area of Operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jimmi Lee Bruner (# 180208-N-MB932-1220).

An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Indians" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6 transports cargo from the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) to USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during a replenishment-at-sea in the Persian Gulf, 15 February 2018. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and her Carrier Strike Group were deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anthony J. Rivera (# 180215-N-XC372-1295).

An E-2C Hawkeye, assigned to the "Sunkings" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 116, readies to launch from the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier was underway for a regularly scheduled deployment in the Western Pacific, 26 April 2018.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alex Corona (# 180426-N-VN584-1236).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) undergoing a Planned Incremental Availability, Naval Base San Diego, California, August 2018.

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) departing San Diego, California, 6 May 2019, to steam in the Eastern Pacific and participate in Exercise Northern Edge 2019 in the Gulf of Alaska, with embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 11.

The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA-6) transit together in the Pacific, 15 February 2020. Operating as an Expeditionary Strike Force, the Navy-Marine Corps team integrates carrier strike group combat power with the flexible capability of an expeditionary strike group, to provide the fleet commander with a capable, credible combat force that can be deployed anywhere in the world.

US Navy photo by MC2 Anthony J. Rivera (# 200215-N-XC372-1321).

Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1 and NMCB-5 coordinate transportation of Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) who had tested negative for COVID-19 and were asymptomatic from Naval Base Guam to government of Guam and military-approved commercial lodging, 7 April 2020. Sailors would be required to remain in quarantine in their assigned lodging for at least 14 days, in accordance with DoD directive and the Governor's executive order.

US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Omar Powell (# 200407-N-SS432-0024).

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) leaves her San Diego homeport, 23 September 2020, to conduct routine operations in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.

US Navy photo by MC3 Nicholas V. Huynh (# 200923-N-IW125-1156).

"The Big Stick."

"I Did the Ditch."

"Operation Desert Storm — 1991 Red Sea / Persian Gulf Battle Force."

"Mediterranean, CVN-71, CVW-8, Desert Storm, The Adventure Continues 1991"

"Operation Allied Force, Med '99, CVN-71. Kick'Em in the Balkans."

"Suez Canal, Red Sea, CVN 71, CVW 8, USS T Roosevelt, Persian Gulf '95" (22 March–22 September 1995).

"Operation Noble Anvil, Allied Force, Kosovo, CVW-8, CVN-71."

Mediterranean & Persian Gulf Cruise, 26 March–22 September 1999.

"No More Iraqi Targets? No Problem. Operations Allied Force & Noble Anvil. War Cruise '99. Balkan Bombex. CVW-8 / CVN-71. NATO 50th Anniversary."

Mediterranean & Persian Gulf Cruise, 26 March–22 September 1999.

"Combat Cruise '99. Kick'Em in the Balkans. Go Directly to War, Do Not Pass GO, Feel Free to Collect $150 A Month."

Mediterranean & Persian Gulf Cruise, 26 March–22 September 1999.

"CVN-71 Med-Gulf Cruise '99. Spreading Peace... 1000 lbs. at a time. Operation Allied Force/Southern Watch."

Mediterranean & Persian Gulf Cruise, 26 March–22 September 1999.

Ship's patch, Operations Allied Force and Southern Watch, Summer Combat Cruise '99

"Cruise Softly and Carry a Big Airwing."

Mediterranean & Persian Gulf Cruise, 26 March–22 September 1999, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), Carrier Air Wing 8.

"Walk Softly and Carry a Big Stick."

Mediterranean & Persian Gulf Cruise, 26 March–22 September 1999, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), Carrier Air Wing 8.

Operation Allied Force (US name, Noble Anvil), 6 April–6 May, 1,396 sorties; 23–27 June, 118 sorties.

Operation Enduring Freedom, Never Forget Sept 11, 2001–2002 Cruise. Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1). Squadrons: VFA-82 "Marauders," VAW-123 "Screwtops," VF-102 "Diamondbacks," VAQ-137 "Rooks," VMFA-251 "Thunderbolts," HS-11 "Dragon Slayers," VFA-86 "Sidewinders," VS-32 "Maulers."

Operation Enduring Freedom, 2001–2002 Cruise. Theodore Roosevelt and Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1). VFA-86 "Sidewinders" Squadron, The Big Stick and the Snake!

Living After Midnight. Bombing 'Til Dawn. Operation Iraqi Freedom. Med 2003.

Caribbean Sea (Composite Unit Training Exercise, COMPTUEX) and Mediterranean Sea, 6 January–29 May 2003.

Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group 2. Cooperative Deployment 2005 (1 September 2005–11 March 2006). United. Vigilant.

USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8, Operation Enduring Freedom, 8 September 2008–18 April 2009.

Carrier Strike Group Twelve, 2012–present (as of February 2016).

Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 124 was established on 1 September 1967.

The "Bullseye Hummers" first deployment was aboard USS Independence (CVA-62) in 1968–69, to the Mediterranean. This was followed by 11 deployments aboard USS America (CVA-66), in 1969–79, to Vietnam, the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.

With a new nickname, "Bear Aces," the squadron deployed with USS Nimitz (CVN-68) in 1980–87, with a stint aboard USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) during the ship's shakedown cruise in 1982; USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) in 1988–95, including Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and a stint aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) during the ship's shakedown, in 1990. Then, aboard USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74) for her shakedown, in 1996; two deployments with USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67) in 1996–97; again with Theodore Roosevelt in 1999; USS Enterprise (CVN-65) in 2001; three with Theodore Roosevelt in 2003–09; and three with USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77) in 2011–17. Since 1997, the squadron's deployments included operations in the Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf.