MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT: Life Inside USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group

What is life like on board an aircraft carrier that is heading towards an area where the war is raging intensely? The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, a huge floating city and the flagship of the Carrier Strike Group, carries more than 5,000 US Navy sailors, all overflowing with readiness for the challenges ahead. Together with its accompanying ships and aircraft, the Carrier Strike Group forms a formidable force, ready to tackle a range of missions from combat to humanitarian aid. The atmosphere is filled with apprehension and strain as they make their way toward the turbulent Middle East, prepared to confront a conflict as dangerous as the unforgiving sea itself. But the journey itself isn’t as smooth as it sounds; though heroic, the souls aboard encounter days unlike any other, with their lives rather different as compared to the ordinary person on land. The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower is a BIG deal, a powerful presence in these uncertain waters. Plus, the current state of the Middle East, with its long history and ongoing conflicts, is like a box of matches, ready to ignite at the smallest spark. And in the middle of it all, here’s this huge carrier strike group, standing strong, potentially stirring the pot, ready for action at the very notice, housing brave individuals trained to take on some of the most difficult tasks, and live through the toughest of times.
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Become a member and proudly bear the title of 'Navy Life Supporter'! kzbin.info/door/8Kz9iel6zpNoJ8oHMLiRnQjoin As a 'Navy Life Supporter', you show your appreciation and respect for all Navy Sailors. By becoming a member, you not only support this channel but also enjoy fun extras like unique badges and emojis, and your comments get the attention they deserve! Click the link below and proudly become a 'Navy Life Supporter'! kzbin.info/door/8Kz9iel6zpNoJ8oHMLiRnQjoin Let's share special experiences and stories in the comments under the videos. This is the chance for former sailors to reminisce and for everyone curious about life at sea. It's more than just sharing stories; let's together discover and share the fascinating and diverse aspects of maritime life. Let's strive to show the world how intriguing and complex the life of a sailor at sea can be, with all its challenges and adventures. ⬇💙

[@halimtalafuka9946]

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[@anomittity]

Shoutout To The Captain of the Eisenhauer, Christopher "Chowdah" Hill! He's an awesome person, a Great leader, humble, Dedicated, highly professional and resolved! His empathy for others is a definite strength! I can see why the upper Echelon picked him to be Captain of the IKE! He Definitely has earned it! His crew is equally as awesome and professional! Had the pleasure of talking not only to Captain Hill but also some of his crew in the recent past. Great bunch of people indeed! God Bless and GodSpeed to the Crew and Officers of the USS Eisenhauer! And Thank you to the Families that supported their Loved ones Careers and Confidence and sacrificed time away from said loved ones so they could perform their very important duties! I thank the Sailors for their Service and I also thank the Families for their Service of Sacrifice!

[@FanOfLiberty1776]

My son is on the Eisenhower, now. 💙

[@destineylacoursiere7741]

My sister is too! Praying for their safety and protection

[@lovely_sunshine7578]

My son is too

[@rkstealth7699]

So is mine! Prayers

[@USNBLUE]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@xartimus18]

Tell him thank you, please.

[@theresapimental3721]

My son is currently on IKE! Praying for safety and peace to all sailors.

[@rustyr30281]

My son is there as well. Praying for them all daily

[@lovely_sunshine7578]

My son is too.

[@loulu5933]

Mine as well 🙏🏽

[@coreybisbee5880]

Mine as well

[@rkstealth7699]

So is my son. Praying as well

[@pmwhoolery6240]

My nephew is on there and we, his family as a whole, are soooo proud of you Gage... We love you and cant wait to hear from you! ❤ Uncle P

[@alankennedy820]

Spent 20+ years in the AIR FORCE, with many deployments, war games, mobility assignments...I can't for a minute imagine a Sea deployment. CUDOS to the seaman who could do this, not for me, not on a ship, not ever. Love those of you who can do this ❤😂😢😢

[@davidwolf226]

As a sailor from 50 years ago, it never ceases to impress me how these carriers function as the tip of the spear. God bless all of you men and women who serve. 💙

[@homefartsnic]

Never Say NEVER 😎 Justin Bieber

[@breadwinta7932]

My dad was on the Ike and the kitty hawk

[@scotteepunk]

I was stationed on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower CVN-69 out of Norfolk. I worked in the Jet Shop located on the left port side all the way back aft with two huge doors leading to the fantail to test jet engines.

[@hitman456]

I was on IKE from 1980-1984. OI division berthing was right above the jet shop. We could hear the jet engines being tested at night.

[@reka2591]

I was on IKE from 1991-1996. OE division. My berthing was at frame 235 (far aft), starboard side, on the O2 level (two decks below the flight deck). We could hear the jet engine tests at night too. I can sleep through anything now. I worked around frame 135, starboard side, on the O3 level (below the island). It's good to hear from shipmates out there.

[@harrisonwall4842]

1992-1996 Started in OER ET Cal Lab. Crossed to AIMD Cal Lab@@reka2591

[@dnlst6469]

My son is in the Dwight 😢right now prayers to all the sailors and all active military members 🙏

[@Karolm1964]

God bless your son and the rest of the men and women serving in our military. May they all be kept safe💙

[@reka2591]

Your son will remember his time aboard IKE with well deserved pride for the rest of his life. Have a fine Navy day. :)

[@adorabledeplorable5105]

I served on the Midway and Constellation back in the early 70’s . I would love too go back to sea on any of the new carriers just to see the advances . I was an ABE - 2

[@stevecornella29]

Salute to all her Sailors! As a Navy Seagoing Vet I fully appreciate their sacrifices and that of their families . 🙏

[@Repo8971]

You hit all the spots that affected me. I worked on hvac systems for the Saratoga. Cv60. We didn’t have onboard telephone or internet. We stayed at sea a lot. I was onboard during desert storm and desert shield. Home port was NAS Mayport.

[@PraisetheLord63]

My brother served on the Saratoga, Marshall, and Essex. Thank you for your service!

[@alwaysachevysilveradogirl7475]

I remember the Saratoga CV60, while in Mayport for what would become our last 10 years in the Navy. My husband was commissioned the USS Halyburton FFG40 (decom in 2014) and the USS Vicksburg CG69 (due to decom in 2024). I miss our life in the Navy, it's so different than civilian life. My brother-in-law served on the USS Saratoga as well but that was MANY years ago, God rest his soul. Thank you for your service!!

[@Frank-ye1ol]

I was assign to (AIMD) Ship's company aboard the "IKE" in Newport News, VA prior to her compilation. Then I became a "Plank Owner' due to the ship's commissioning in October of 1977. I also became a "Shellback" because we left the MED and rounded Africa to end up in the Persian Gulf to relieve the USS Nimitz (CVN-68) during the "Iranian Crisis". Then my tour ended in 1980 and flew to Norfolk.

[@rogerschroeder4262]

I was on the Eisenhower on her second cruise with squadron VF 33 in 1977 after her maiden cruise .

[@tomrubino4895]

The Ike was commisioned in 1977 . I proudly walked the flight deck in 1978 . she anchored off the island of St .Thomas at that time I got a tour of the Ike , your thinking how old is this guy . I will be 70 at the end of this month . I am proud to be and american and very proud of all our armed services . Thanks again . Tom

[@Frank-ye1ol]

I was on the IKE in St. Thomas. I was on the IKE from 1977 to 1980.

[@JohnElizondo]

I served aboard the USS Midway from 81-84. The experience was one of the greatest in all my life. God bless everyone that sails for freedom! 💙

[@hitman456]

On board USS Midway 1984-1986

[@JohnElizondo]

@@hitman456 I stand relieved! 🤣

[@usnusmcret]

My first ship, in Vietnam, was DDG-3. I’d love to be able to go to sea again.

[@pmwhoolery6240]

Be a Merchant Mariner... they make good monies... js

[@adorabledeplorable5105]

I was on the Midway during the fall of Saigon in ‘75 . I was in the V-2 division ( catapults and arresting gear ) . I would love to go back to sea also . Thanks for your service .

[@hitman456]

I was on board IKE from 1980-1984 as an Operations Specialist. Spent 7 months off the coast of Beirut from April 1983 to December 1983. Only one port visit (5 days) in all of that deployment. Came back to Norfolk VA on December 22nd, 1983.

[@reka2591]

I was on board IKE from 1991-1996 as a Data Systems technician and I worked with a lot of Operations Specialists in CIC. Good to hear from you shipmate.

[@syllyboy]

Godspeed to my son and all the crew of the Ike. Prayers up 🙏🏽. See you next year.

[@gemman1]

I served on the USS Nimitz CVN 68 from 1979 to 1982 as a Naval Photographers Mate.... the men I served with became my bothers for life.

[@nicolerivera6691]

My son is also on the Eisenhower, 💙God Bless these men and women 🙏🏽🇺🇸

[@ace-huncho]

Prayin for all my fellow vets…i was on the ike from 2018-2022 i was on the 2020 deployment durin covid🙏🏾

[@lovely_sunshine7578]

Prayers for my son and other sailors aboard. Pray for peace of mind, protection, and sanity.

[@Shelly-in-Tampa]

Ike mom here as well. Yes prayers for safety and mental health. Prayers for success as well.

[@johnhenderson3646]

As a vet who served on the USS Independence, 40 years ago, I salute you all currently on deployment. With much pride, Semper Fortis!

[@richrich5827]

Great video ! This is so cool about the ship I would never even know about.

[@peterpemrich6897]

As a former tin can sailor, USS FARRAGUT (DDG-37), I know exactly how it is to be at sea for months. It's a whole lot different than an aircraft carrier.

[@retiredguyadventures6211]

Yup, I served on another Farragut class ship the USS Dahlgren DLG-12 back in the early 70's. She was later designated DDG-43. I'm glad I served on tin cans...

[@peterpemrich6897]

@@retiredguyadventures6211 I remember the Dahlgren. She sailed with us many times. Ahoy shipmate.

[@ShawnStrickland]

Thank you all for your service and sacrifices!! 💙

[@usamachinery]

They are still the most powerful navy in the world, GOD bless

[@barron9909]

Thoughts and prayers for my nephew & all the crew who are currently on the😮 Ike for deployment near Yemen. 💙 💙 Thank-you for your service. 🇺🇸⚓️ Godspeed

[@johnnie61]

My grandson is on the Eisenhower, sure miss that young man. Prayers for all aboard! 💙

[@davehill7484]

I was on the IKE BACK IN 83-85 during the LEBANON CRISIS, ATTACHED TO VA-65 flying tigers out of NAS Oceana , an A-6 INTRUDER SQUADRON WHICH WAS PRE F-18 Hornets that took the place of the A-6s . Many great memories of that time in my life without a doubt.

[@MelsDiner115]

Just Impressive! Thank you very much for your service! Have a great Veterans Day!

[@digitalfortressmining5004]

cool video, as I boy I wanted to fly Fighter Jets off of an aircraft carrier, or really just atall. I learned just how difficult it is to get to that position and was told id never make it by my parents etc growing up, so never Tried. I wish i had now but I chose a different path. much love and respect to those that serve or have served💙

[@user-be7tc2bd6e]

Sorry to hear no one supported you on your goals-5004-but,glad you chose a different path. Can I give you some advice tho ??? Never tell any one your dreams/goals,just put your mind to accomplish them. Don't wait for anybody's approval,pat on the back,etc,etc,...like when I decided to go fight in Iraq with the Texas Guard ( went on 4 deployments,also did 2 tours back-to-back ) then did 10 yrs as an over-seas contracter to Iraq,Qatar,Afghanistan and Kuwait. I've been back in the states for almost 2 yrs now. Set your mind to do the things you chose. SEMPER-FI

[@jimalders4890]

My son and I did a 4 day Tiger Cruise on the Eisenhower years ago. So awesome!

[@bobtackleberry9861]

Thank you for your service Please be safe out there.

[@keith2059]

Thank you very much! You make me Proud! Thank you for your service!💙 Hope you, your families and friends are well!

[@hugeblue]

11/24/23 - Thank You for all you do for our Country !

[@gailcarey3597]

I’m praying for all who are away from home, especially those in conflict area.

[@MikeDuckwall]

Proud to have Served in Our Navy! 💙

[@mrkca222]

Great video but too little actual new footage, about 85% is stock footage ive seen on other videos

[@ephraimzaslansky]

G-d Bless all these sailors and heroes!!! THANK YOU FOR THE TIRELESS WORK AND CRITICAL MISSIONS YOU DO!

[@stephencleary2231]

my son is currently aboard the Eisenhower...thanks for sharing

[@kevinpackard6518]

I was on IKE from 1987 to 1991. ET2 Packard OER division, oe09 Ships Inertial Navigation System, (SINS). I had a lot of fun. There were plenty of times when it was not fun. Going through the Suez Canal for Desert Shield was great. If you were onboard with me look me up.

[@TerrenceHewittCMA]

Thank you service Men & Women 💙

[@MichaelRathbun-vc3xc]

I was a US Navy E-2C Hawkeye pilot in 1978-1980 on the USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67) and USS Forrestal (CV-59) in squadron VAW-125 Tigertails!!

[@user-st2jd4yc4g]

I was on there during this video... I lived there for 4 years. It was intense 😲 and beautiful at the same time.

[@jimsteckel3619]

Pray for all the sailors on the IKE 💙

[@eustaquiozambrano2974]

Good job. Thank you so much. Have a good weekend ☺👍

[@michaelynclino4547]

GOD BLESS YOU GUY'S

[@EduardoRamirez-js5mw]

my respect for all you sailors keep up

[@alwilkes4827]

I was on ike December 1980 to June 1984 lots of good memories. Godspeed IKE come home soon.

[@metsfan769]

God Bless all of our men and women in our military,they are simply the best in the world please keep them safe and bring them home

[@ralphfelix9350]

Thanks!

[@andyhwell8419]

My dad was an AW on the USS Kitty Hawk in the 90's. I was an AW on the Kitty Hawk 2006-08'.

[@philr182]

I was an AW as well, back in the late 70's. Back then it was Anti-Submarine Warfare Operator. Tell your dad Hooyah.

[@mattieice2988]

Im sitting here in my slippers and sweatpants i have a cold! but then i think how much our Men and Woman do around the clock to keep America Safe and Secure, and i will pledge alligencee to the US Flag and stand Proud of you all for that you keep our Familys safe God Speed 100% Respect

[@lawrenceleverton7426]

As a Submariner even I have respect for Surface Pukes. Must be nice to smell fresh air and see the sun everyday. God Bless our Troops.

[@leroyjames2825]

Lol! Got to love the military, they have a name for everything. I was in a helicopter squadron which always deployed to the USS America (CV-66) when it went to sea, back in the day. AMH (Aviation Hydraulic Mechanic). So, back to ya, sub-surface puke, I've heard you guys get the better food. 😂

[@rkstealth7699]

Yes, all of them. Prayers for safety, protection

[@waynenunn8071]

I have a lot of respect for you guys serving on the submarines…but lol @ surface pukes ….😁

[@PatriciaRodriguez-qy4lr]

a big piece of my heart is there

[@UsNavySeals9x]

Have you worked on this aircraft carrier?

[@alangeorge1661]

Thank you for your amazing service to the country! Happy Veteran's Day!

[@james3282]

Thank you all for your service 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙😎🇨🇦🙏

[@colinjames7569]

This makes me miss my home. My sons ❤ I am home when I am with you

[@michaelhiggason1626]

I was on the Ike in 1977 with VA-65

[@darktoadone5068]

For folks that work day & night check it's all in a days work but if you work flight ops to flight ops you bust your ass. Nothing like having first launch at 0500 and last recovery at 0200 and it starts over again, you get three hours sleep, not actually because when you get back to the coop you need a shower and if you're not fast you have to wait on everyone else first. It feels like when you finally fall asleep the lights come back on and it's time to get up again. There wasn't no hour lunch it was get down to the mess deck and eat as fast as you can and get your butt back to the shop.

[@hitman456]

Been there done that many times.

[@leebolin4149]

Being a plank owner (1977-1980), it is always nice to see a clip of my old ship.

[@Turner.1]

I just loved my battlestation on ike back in 78, aft battle dressing station,right behind the asroc missile pod,lordy it got hot in there,wall glowing red,down to my shivies,

[@josiahclinch6219]

one of My friends IS IN THE IKE! so this hit home.

[@martymartin5002]

I was on the USS O"CALAHON FF1051 WE PLAND GARDED THE BIG E !In 1980 we made a North & South pack no one had made in 50 years! Latter in life my 3rd wife her grand father made that trip in WW2! KEEP IT UP GUYS NEW 🌎 TO DAY GIRLS TO!❤

[@francishubertovasquez2139]

The way an Aircraft Carrier is operated and managed can be a preparatory for training in a Gigantic Space Mother Ship if ever we will reach that high level sophistication or not.

[@dawnluce701]

💙 God bless all you men and women 💙

[@user-ns7fc7zy6m]

My grandson is on IKE God speed and God bless! Thank you all 💙💙💙

[@donaldpype7018]

Makes feel safer in Michigan. And especially that the Gerald Ford is also there

[@equilibriumfiles5768]

The Mighty US Navy Strike Group!!!!!!!

[@ronaldbearce2135]

I like Ike served on Ike from early March 1976 to January 1980 it one heck of a ship not to be messed with

[@fredkrahn4813]

I spend 12years in the Navy on a lot smaller ships. From destroyer to Supply ships.

[@njjeff201]

Bless our Vets 🇺🇸💙🇺🇸

[@engchoontan8483]

LHC supplying your carrier with wave-guide comms. Backers are germany(britain)-nertherlands(nordic) 3 carrier groups in around middle-east are connected to europe.

[@engchoontan8483]

Cue - Mad-donna, la is la boni ta Yesterday sentence phrase Seems so far away, like yesterday Tropical island breeze, all of nature ... Torch light for night. Flood level illuminati illumination lighting

[@timcasey5835]

I thought this was going to be a proper documentary not just an extract from the recruitment manual

[@michelleyy1]

I love our American soldiers 🇺🇸 God Bless

[@user-xh5hm2ri9k]

As a professional fisherman I spent 186 days non stop once, plenty years of over 150 days at sea.

[@ANITASOTO-vc4tm]

My granddaughter was on the ship ❤🇺🇸🙏

[@debic234]

Quick question....Does anyone ever fall off the ship? and if so how do they get them? and by the way I love this channel.

[@dogsense3773]

We lower the ship's recovery boats and start looking for them, but we don't find many

[@Shelly-in-Tampa]

My son is a nuclear operator on the Ike. I wonder what he knows. 😮Prayers and safety for CVN- 69 and everyone in the second strike group❤

[@engchoontan8483]

How to discharge heat and electro-static.?

[@timroot4207]

Thank you !!!

[@timanderson5543]

My home in 1980 for 6 months.

[@kentparsons7772]

I served on the USS Nimitz cv 68 1979 - 1985

[@dongibson887]

I was on the USS CVS 10 and USS CVS 33

[@hailongnguyen7526]

Where is this fleet rehearsing?

[@user-qk9ob1ul9q]

My boy is on the Ike 💙

[@UsNavySeals9x]

When did he become a soldier?

[@mrparkerdan]

What is the easiest and safest job on the ship? That’s what I’m interested in.

[@skydriver5709]

The news keeps reporting the 2 carriers in the Mediterranean responding to the conflict, but there's 3 carrier groups in the region. The media keeps forgetting about the Pacific fleet which has a carrier group in the Persian Gulf. What on Earth does the US expect needing 3 carrier groups? That's more advanced Naval firepower than the US has ever deployed anywhere, even in time of war. That tells me they're expecting to enter the war.

[@user-yb2wz6hu6v]

💙💙💙

[@tomlepski8306]

Who would dare snort with such firepower lurking at their porch.

[@thelivingbranch]

all friends and lovers are gone and get it fast - forget them and do youre job and grow from the hurt of the past grow for the future my advice - airborne

[@kennethcarter4885]

❤

[@pam7931]

💙

[@tomsheehan4091]

💙💙

[@paulbork7647]

At 0:31 you show a launch ready F-35. At 10:08 a series of parked F-35s. Problem is none are in the Ike. It has three squadrons of F-18s, I do believe. 10:30 is from a sub. I like these shots, just not the Ike.

[@AustinMorris-tw6vy]

Those were not the weapons elevators on CVN69.

[@clivemurdoch6193]

Please can i ask you,keep us safe

[@lisairby6961]

❤ I want to thank you all I pray for you all every day to stay safe may God wrap his arms around you and cover you with his blood and take care of you so you can make it back home to your families I personally appreciate you and I love you from the bottom of my heart continue to do and be the best that you are AMEN MAY THE MOST HIGH CONTINUE TOO STAND BY YOUR SIDE A LONG WITH ALL OF US. YOU ARE A FORCE NOT TOO BE PLAYED WITH YOU ARE THE WORLDS HEROS😘🙏👏🙌🏼👍🚢🙏😘🙏

[@lisairby6961]

My grandson is also on this ship and I am so proud of him USS Dwight D. Eisenhower I love you baby

[@Edward-ci8yl]

What E2 squadron is attacked to Ike , was attached to the Ike 1977 to 79 VAW 121 GRIFFINS.

[@hitman456]

I was an OS on IKE from 1980-1984. We worked a lot with VAW 121. Great squadron to work with!!

[@Edward-ci8yl]

@@hitman456 watched video and the E2 had no blue on the tails Bad 121 call sign was blue tails and had blue striped tail rudders.