140706-N-KE519-046 AEGEAN SEA (July 6, 2014) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) transits the Aegean Sea. Vella Gulf is conducting naval operations with partners and allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Edward Guttierrez III/Released)
