190212-N-BY095-0062 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2019)

190212-N-BY095-0062 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2019) Sailors assigned to the ship's visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team dress down in tactical gear during VBSS operations aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66). Gonzalez is underway conducting composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) with Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12. The components of CSG 12 embody a "team-of-teams" concept, combining advanced surface, air, and systems assets to create and sustain operational capability. This enables them to prepare for and conduct global operations, have effective and lasting command and control, and demonstrate dedication and commitment to becoming the strongest war fighting force for the Navy and for the nation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Maria I. Alvarez/Released)