George H.W. Bush is deployed in support of maritime support operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility on its first overseas deployment.

USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), the Navy’s newest aircraft carrier, departs Naples, Italy, June 14, 2011, after a port visit. The ship was on its first overseas deployment, supporting maritime support operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tony D. Curtis/Released)