USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204)

The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204) and the German navy Frigate Emden (F 210) complete a replenishment at sea. Ashland is part of the Nassau Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason R. Zalasky/Released)

USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204)

The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204) transits alongside the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) after a replenishment at sea. George Washington, the Navy's only permanently forward-deployed aircraft carrier, is underway supporting security and stability in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John M. Hageman/Released)

USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204)

The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204) transits alongside the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a replenishment at sea. George Washington, the Navy's only permanently forward-deployed aircraft carrier, is underway supporting security and stability in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John M. Hageman/Released)

USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204)

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) underway replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204) prepares to conduct a replenishment at sea (RAS) with USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Kitty Hawk is currently deployed in the South China Sea on a regularly scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Thomas J. Holt)