Life Aboard A Destroyer - A Navy Family - At The Helm

Join the men and women aboard USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) for a glimpse of life at sea aboard an Arleigh-Burke-class destroyer. Are you up for the challenge?

[@raytango171]

Aircraft carriers get a lot of attention, glad to see the small boys get some love.

[@tylergreer578]

Your not lying.

[@jimmiejohnson8827]

True. I hope to see them do subs or minesweepers next!

[@daryljonesfoster4102]

Gay AF

[@raimundosilva4382]

Você sabe você sabe que nada disso tá na cara nada disso nada na aula fala sobre isso aí ela falou que que ela tá mentindo

[@raimundosilva4382]

Rato disse que o rato disse que o besta no meio das pernas dela os bens estão no meio das pernas dela

[@shaggy.patches]

"We got mozzi sticks....we ain't got no mozzi sticks." Lol

[@TheBobwatermellon]

"uhhhh basically we're a warship" God damn we have a future admiral here!

[@marquisyoung2049]

Brandon BP go look it up

[@cwills4840]

@Brandon BP They have the definitions of the acronyms in the bottom right when he says them, can you not read or something?

[@barnwell5471]

@Brandon BP why do you care I'm in the navy and even I know to look it up if I forget

[@sergeantskrtskrt9594]

@Brandon BP It says right there...

[@Echolimabravo321]

@6eeker _ dont be so hard on Brandon BP, he evidently is AT HOME and sits on the internet and to lazy to look it up himself. You get a lot of his opinionated types on this platform. One thing is certain, this dumb@#$! didnt enlist because if he did he could have answered his own question...

[@oldjohn3284]

This old man is a proud Navy Vet. It honestly dose my heart to swell with pride to see this young generation carrying on with the tradition of the finest Navy on this planet. God Bless you all, Fair winds and calm seas always.

[@hal8683]

Thank you All! True love for humanity and the Great United States!! Wow... Thanks from the Heart!!

[@man7912]

Thank you for your service! As soon as I get out of high school, I'm gonna be enlisting to become a Gunner's Mate and I can't wait to follow in the footsteps of you, both of my great granddads, and all of the wonderful people who are and have been in this nation's wonderful Navy! God Bless America!

[@robertshaw4778]

Thank You to all Fellow Veterans for your Service and sacrfice serving in the Greatest Armed.forces in the world. I'm from an Air Force Army & Navy Family

[@SaanichtonMinistries]

A moral failure to see young women in these roles of men.

[@sgtstedanko7186]

Except that's rarely the case. Especially in a tin can

[@pollxxv]

Retired last year after 25 years. Best damn thing about being in the Navy were the people that I worked with. I miss it a lot. It's hard in the civilian world to have the same type of working relationship.

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

Take care, mate.

[@KBNoyes]

Do your best, cause the country could still sink, just like those ships.

[@FirstName-nx6tr]

So you miss all the children and woman you murdered. Are you proud of killing people from miles away, does it make you feel big and powerfull? You must be proud of your work, seeing all the countries youve bonbed have become a failed state.

[@pollxxv]

First Name your need some friends.

[@FirstName-nx6tr]

@@pollxxv hell is not a nice place, i honestly feel sorry for you. I hope our creator forgives you and guides you on the right path. Ask for forgivness

[@SanBrunoBeacon]

All Americans should be proud of these intelligent, hard-working, brave young folks in the US Navy!

[@kylelaughinghouse1893]

Intelligent no

[@byron6838]

@@kylelaughinghouse1893 I walked out of the Navy into a 6 figure job, what are you up to?

[@coles2688]

Kyle Laughinghouse Hell yes they’re intelligent.

[@FirstName-nx6tr]

Whats so brave about bombing poor countries from the sea? I dont see anything intelligent about bombing children and woman, i wouldnt call bombing hard working. There is nothing to be proud of people killing others, invading countries after countries.

[@FirstName-nx6tr]

@@byron6838 how many countries have you bombed, did you give high fives to each other when you blew up civilians? How does it feel to see the countries youve bombed are now a failed state. Your parents must be ve real proud of you.

[@DemocratsareagentsofSATAN]

As a former Marine, I have nothing but love for the US Navy!! They were good to me!! On my 21st birthday back in 2000, my unit was on the USS Mount Vernon on our way to Okinawa... This LSD had 3 vending machines on it...and in each one...the Captain of the ship had put 1 Budweiser in each one...if you got it...he let you drink it, on the bridge, in the Captains chair!!! Well, two of my buddies, Brown and Tillotson, won the beer...and gave it too me for my birthday... I tell people all the time...anyone can go to Vegas, anyone can get drunk/laid whatever on their 21st birthday... But how many can say they were on the bridge of a US Navy ship in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, drinking a beer in the Captains chair?? 👍🇺🇸 Semper Fi!

[@kghardesty]

Great memory!

[@wizzardofpaws2420]

amen, that's awesome!

[@nikmorales8624]

Thats a badass story!

[@billbored8277]

That's amazing!

[@ilduce5874]

Marvelous story!

[@DarkQuaz]

DDG Crew: "Life is tough when you're on a small boy." Submariners: "Hold my beer."

[@mongo5392]

Bubbleheads, 100 sailors go down and 50 couples come back up....

[@jkillgrove]

Lmao!

[@jarnold1789]

Mongo 53 😂😂😂

[@Mark-OutWest]

@@mongo5392 Yeah that goes for EVERY ship in the fleet.

[@Double2KK]

@@mongo5392 Actually it is 49 couples come back up, two are for the Captain...

[@caliado]

I love the girl in the beginning, love her attitude "we destroy stuff" !

[@mayer492]

And the one who said "we're an american destroyer... We're not to be messed with" probably not the exact but thats what she said.. Too lazy to go back in the vid

[@torehaaland6921]

The nazi germany attitude, by the way.

[@krzyunderscore]

@@torehaaland6921 You mean patriotic attitude?

[@torehaaland6921]

@@krzyunderscore if the nazi attitude is what you call patriotic, it tells me everything i need to know about USA.

[@torehaaland6921]

@casper Stingray most of those islamic terrorists are a direct resault of american aggression and abuse in various forms. Nothing had created more terror and terrorists than the american war on terror. But it is only americans being ignorant enough not to realize that.

[@Spec62]

I'm not Navy. I'm Army. . .I talk trash about Navy all the time and for good reason. We're siblings each working towards a common goal which is to defend the Constitution of the United States. In this 21 minute video, it reminds me of just how proud I am of the women and men who go out each day to protect us from harm. They are true professionals. They ARE a proud team. I DO salute and respect them immensely. When I say thank you for your service, YOU GUYS are the ones I'm talking to. . .and I'm proud to say it. THANK YOU.

[@jbshave]

I agree with you totally!! I served with my Army brothers in Panama in the mid 90's! One of my best commands in my 20 yrs of service! I have nothing but respect and love for the Army...except on the day of the Army/Navy football game! lol

[@Mark-OutWest]

Speaking of the Constitution, the Navy is the only armed forced protected by it. We can raise an army whenever we need one.

[@Dom_The_Otaku]

Hooyah Army

[@retiredguyadventures6211]

Well said... for an Army guy!

[@carolecarr5210]

You guys & gals are terrific. Thank you for keeping us free.

[@ramalls]

Absolutely love the fact that they focused on the enlisted sailors on this ship. They grind everyday to keep the ship running and combat ready. As a retired Marine, I have a strong appreciation for these young Men and Women!!! From the Ops / Log Head at NMCPAC CWD, I salute you all! Stay Safe, Stay Strong, and DIG DEEP!! Semper Fi!

[@fistpunder]

No offense to the fine sailors of this vessel, but I can't help but see them as just kids who are given such an important job. I'm in awe how well they do it. I'm so proud of you all.

[@tylergreer578]

We appreciate it

[@sours4g181]

James Demos kids are who fight wars. When we are young we are fearless and stupid. They just look young now because we are getting older.

[@Darknamja]

@@sours4g181 I agree. I work on a military installation and I don't remember being that young when I was active duty. (USAF '72-'97)

[@Bird22]

@@Darknamja I don't remember ever being that young.

[@ryansyler8847]

They are just kids. When you see one of those heavily armed grey beasts prowling the waves we often don't think about the fact that there's an 19 year old kid behind the wheel. It's humbling to think about.

[@onemorecoookie3578]

Love from Germany! We are allies and we Germans know it. Don't listen to our bad politicians talking badly about the US! We know we need you.

[@FUBAR_JONNY]

We used to have a german master chief stationed onboard! DDG79... The man knew gas turbine engines like the back of his hand. Extremely smart man. Greetings from the other side of the pond!

[@soldiersaint6753]

And we need you as well Germany! Greetings from America! May our friendship never fail!

[@karlfulton4854]

You know the world has great respect for the Germans and the Tenacity of the German armed Forces... But Politically.. you screw up.. Get rid of the EU GLOBALISTS AND BE... GERMAN... Nothing wrong with that.. My favourite football team... Best in Europe... German Manager.. Get back your boarders ( Even Heaven has Boarders and Gates ).. and YOU'LL NEVER WALK ALONE

[@onemorecoookie3578]

@@karlfulton4854 Yea our politiciens suck :(

[@SK-ct4jt]

Karl Fulton I take it you aren’t from Liverpool then, huh? 70+ percent Labour. German politicians are admirable, both CDU and SPD are rational parties, something that can’t be said about the Tories. And no, hopefully, in a few years, we won’t call ourselves German, polish, Slovenian or Spanish. We all consume similar food, our culture is mixing rapidly, we are humans first and foremost. Fuck nationalism and fuck borders.

[@jbshave]

Loved this Doc! I'm a retired sailor (20+) and my best times were being underway with my extended family! She said it best.."In the middle of the ocean, we make our own water, we make our own power, anddd....we make our own support system" Truer words have never been spoken! I've been retired for 13 years and I still miss being underway! Being in the Navy was a 20+ years adventure. If you finally find your extended family, you hardly notice the hard work and long hours. You cover and help each other through it.

[@sours4g181]

Stronger than family. They are willing to die for and with you. You are never alone.

[@Daniel.Anugerah]

Great film. Would love for this to be an ongoing series: Life Aboard a Cruiser, Life Aboard an LCS, so on...

[@anthonyfanella6523]

The issue you run into is that all Navy ships have the same jobs, and even their work/berthing spaces are all the same across the fleet. You literally can't tell the difference between styles of ships from the interior.

[@lindsayrserrano]

Anthony Fanella negative

[@Lordpianz]

frigate kill subs , cruisers kill air craft, destroyers hit land target....in reality they all do the same shis...os2sw 8 yrs

[@neutrino78x]

@@anthonyfanella6523 submarines very, very different :) a destroyer looks spacious to a submariner :) of course, it is a lot smaller than a carrier. :)

[@neutrino78x]

@@Lordpianz only two types of vessels: submarines and targets. :)

[@lateshiftsailor]

as a civilian sailor, this movie gave me 20 minutes of happiness, thank you. fair seas and following winds to you

[@Andrew-ep4kw]

For a military ship, I believe the proper saying is "good hunting"

[@alijahnorris2369]

@@Andrew-ep4kw From a Navy sailor, it's Fair Winds and Following Seas.

[@geoben1810]

@@alijahnorris2369 Aye aye ship mate. PO3 '73>'77 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@edzeljereza8234]

@@alijahnorris2369 I literally looked for this reply😜

[@marlint.hassler1448]

Been a Navy Vet since 1983. I am home most time with just my animals and myself. This just brought me back to the days of never being alone…. Always having someone around that cared and watched my back. I really Miss those days!! Thank you to all Past….Present and Future service. We were….are and will be the lifeline of this great USA.

[@quiselarnell]

I can’t wait to be apart of the World’s Greatest Navy. I can’t wait to be apart of this family. I ship off to Navy bootcamp in a few weeks. It’s something I’ve wanted to do for so long. I can’t wait to take part in this. Thank you all for your service. This was very informative.

[@knndyskful]

How’s it going? What job do you have in the navy?

[@joinjen3854]

How is the Navy going?

[@luciusvorenus9445]

My dad was a Torpedoman on a Fletcher Class destroyer during the Korea War. He would have loved to see this, to see his fellow Tin Can Sailors kicking ass. Stay Safe.

[@mecate818]

"Tin Can Sailors" I felt that

[@johnhaas6812]

That's awesome. My grandfather was on a fletcher class destroyer during WW2. Boatswain 3rd class. Definitely a different breed.

[@philipcallicoat9947]

WWII Torpedo Men had a lot of"friends"... Torpedo"juice"....(for the old timers who know what it was 😎)

[@luciusvorenus9445]

@@philipcallicoat9947 My Dad talked about an armed Marine watch him load the torpedoes with their alcohol fuel. It was a very valuable item on board.

[@gishjalmr5628]

My father served on DD 541 (USS Yarnall) as a Radarman.

[@ryanross4594]

GM2 here. Served my 4 years aboard LPD-17 before separating. Learned a lot and made good friends. Honor Courage Commitment. HOOO YAHH!!!!

[@elwin38]

Served 2 1/2 yrs aboard LHA-3 before getting out.Did 17yrs in the Navy Reserve before retiring.

[@casanova419]

Imaging having a destroyer like this back in WW2.

[@jamesharris4695]

Battle off samar would of been a fucking sweep!

[@ceooflonelinessinc.267]

Cheater they woukd be called lol

[@StevenRathburn]

I always think what it would of been like to have an AR15 during the musket days.

[@michaelspencer8024]

They'd win a battle or two for sure but then they'd have to hide safely in harbour because no more ammo, missiles or fuel

[@pacificcoastpiper3949]

@@Latif.Kakule kamikaze

[@billrivenbark8983]

Was an AMH in VAW-117. Did two 9 month cruises on the USS Ranger. The young Ladies and Gentlemen in this video give me great confidence that the US Navy will always hold the line against any aggression from any enemy and come out on top.

[@jamesschrang3712]

My whole family was Navy and Marines. I became an Army paratrooper (Vietnam/Cambodia). Watching these kids makes me damn proud to know they are keeping watch for America. God bless them and their families. Finally, GO ARMY BEAT NAVY!!!

[@wesleyhayley3657]

thank you for your service james. i was Air Force myself but was a few years too late for nam.

[@r4ym1n13]

Always the filipinos running the galley. Important role cause the crew has got to eat. Thank you !

[@GeoHvl]

We had Asian day food, Love it.

[@Omegatonboom]

I love them and thank them.

[@2000ViperGTSsubscribe]

@Johnston Steiner That is idiotic as hell to say. You sure do not sound like an X-Squid saying that shit-that is some real bullshit to say.

[@dekir7663]

Johnston Steiner Shame on you to say that Asians and Indians are best students in American schools

[@Crashed131963]

@Richard Hunt Automation must make the crew size smaller and make more living room than 40 years ago?

[@pamelamastriano3148]

I'm the daughter of a retired "Tin Can" sailor. He retired in 1972. Thank you to the sailors of the U.S. Navy for all that you do. Loved this video. ⚓⚓❤❤❤

[@Redmow51]

Awesome. I served in the 80's and it's good to see these young people being serious when seriousness is needed and having fun no matter what is going on. San Bruno Beacon said we should be proud of these young folks. And I am.

[@user-kn6sz8ji1j]

What professionalism and commitment. I'm from a Navy family that served in WWII, and both the Vietnam and Cold Wars. I served on a nuclear attack sub during the 70s and I'm impressed by these young women and men who stand between The United States and our adversaries. I particularly liked the comments of the young Petty Officer who spoke of her responsibility to work on a wide variety of electronic equipment aboard the destroyer. As a former Electronic Technician this experience with servicing the large spectrum of equipment will benefit her greatly. I wish this crew "Fair Winds & Following Seas" wherever they may venture. God Bless.

[@rickj1983]

My dad and son were both Navy, dad was also Air Force, and Coast Guard. I now support the US military in my job. Hats off to these men and women.

[@dustoff85]

My hats off to these great Sailors, super positive attitudes great spirits and moral. I served 26 years playing Army as a Sheridan Tanker from 1969 to 1971 then I went back in and became a Warrant Officer / Blackhawk Pilot. I retired in 1997 and was recalled back on Active Duty from 2007 thru Nov 2010 because the 1st Cav needed Senior Warrant Officers and high time (flight time) pilots to deploy to Iraq. You all be safe!1 God Bless

[@davidkrugs6466]

Absolutely tremendous. Years back I was at the USO at Great Lakes met some great sailors at their A school who invited me on a tiger cruise. One was on the Nimitz the other on the Eisenhower, what a wonderful experience. Always wanted to go on a destroyer. Finally got an invite to the Hopper, was to fly to Guam and go to Pearl. Got canceled at the last minute. Really enjoyed this video. Thanks to all the active sailors and retired.

[@allenmoses110]

We understand your dedication to duty and the USA. You have our backs and we are proud of you.

[@stlukes09bymycreator98]

Thank each and every one of you who serve, I’m proud that would sign up to watch and protect all of us that did not serve and I wish you all the best may God watch over you and your family for the rest of your lives 🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸

[@brianl9944]

Thank you US Navy for making this amazing video.

[@rdgomez071]

I served on this ship 2005-2009 when home port was in Pearl Harbor. Good to see my MK 45 still booming! I miss the 50 cals too. Ive done hundreds of pull up on that bar too near the ammo elevator. What a great ship; Good times.

[@ObamaFromKenya]

Robert G were the racks as tight as they show them to be🤔

[@davegrant9]

I was crew from 2004-2006. Did you get there before or after we busted the MRG on deployment?

[@cykill1000]

As a civilian protected by the work that you do on a daily basis, all that I can say is, THANK YOU for everything that you do for this country and know that we are very proud of you. Please stay safe and sail on.

[@billhuber2964]

Awesome video. Thanks for posting shipmate. Former crewmember u.s.s. Cleveland ( lpd-7). ARRGHH matey!!!

[@willroderick4629]

I SHIP TO NAVY BOOTCAMP NOVEMBER 19, 2019! PACT SEAMAN E-3! GO NAVY! GO USA! 🇺🇸⚓🇺🇸⚓🇺🇸⚓🇺🇸⚓🇺🇸⚓🇺🇸⚓🇺🇸⚓

[@MrCoolestpersonever]

Will Roderick your about to hate deck dude lmaoooo

[@jacknichols9113]

Will Roderick Dont do it Bro

[@quentenfrost920]

Get ready to paint and mop all day lol

[@saulgoodmanfromthehittvsho1314]

Move through the ranks quickly my dude, you'll be mopping the floors all day otherwise.

[@HennyoneCanGetIt]

Good luck

[@joclk20]

From the bottom of my heart thank you all for your service it's truly American seeing all race's and all over this land united and tbanks again with a big hug for your service stay safe and God bless.

[@713unclebill]

THESE YOUNG SAILORS ARE AWESOME,so well trainned,and ready to defend us from bad people who would do harm to us and our friends world wide(GOD BLESS THEM ALL)

[@NewAgeServer]

I live near one of the shipyards that builds the Arleigh Burke class destroyers and it's really cool to see these ships come together and then sail off. It's neat to see all the people who worked hard to build them, to keep our sailors safe, and our country defended. Thank you to all who build these ships and all who serve aboard them.

[@rjacob8931]

RM2(SW) USS COMTE DE GRASSE DD-974 1991-1996 lots of learned lessons, lots of growing up. Best years and best co-workers/friends of my life!

[@filipeoliveira3611]

this was the best video from the navy or should i say from all over the world, it really shows what it’s like to belong to the navy and what it’s like to build a family not of blood but of friendship, it also shows the values ​​of the navy and that everyone has a reason there be. They really convinced me one day 5 years from now to enroll in the Navy

[@AWallgren]

Man, I love watching Navy videos of life aboard ships and the work you guys do. I spent 20 years in the Army as an Infantryman. I have no regrets, but had this much media been available when I enlisted in the Army, I probably would have chosen the Navy. Looks challenging, rewarding, and like the Army, the Navy has a culture all its own.

[@chrisullery3386]

Brother I was a submariner in the late 70s and after my discharge I enlisted in the Army infantry, thank you for your service.

[@ronaldmartinsr4433]

Awesome sailors from an Army vet go Navy!

[@tylergreer578]

From active navy sailor to Army vet stay ARMY STRONG.

[@cliffords2315]

I am an Army and Navy vet, i love them both, but i think the Navy has my heart

[@williamdkeet9604]

USS Basilone, DD-824. Gearing class, post Fram, 71-73. In '72 we did an Indian Ocean/Middle East cruise. On this cruise we circumnavigated the globe with a month's assignment to the sunny shores of N. and S. Viet Nams.

[@andymckane7271]

Wonderful presentations. Great first-hand testimony about service on a "small boy" (WWII slang for a "tin can") from various members of the crew. The morale of each of these young people seems to be top notch. Thank you very much for this video. And for the service each of these people are providing to the United States Navy and to humanity as a whole. Go Navy! Navy Pride!!

[@andymckane7271]

We civilians sleep better at night knowing you folks are out there watching our flanks on the surface, below the surface and in the air. Superb video! (I served in the Navy, 1970-1971, as a HN. I never had the pleasure of going to sea. My dad served in WWII up until mid-1961. My brother served as a chaplain in the early 1990's, The old scuttlebutt that "the Navy is a family" remains true for life. A huge "thanks" to every one of you outstanding ("4-0" in old Navy terminology) people!! Thank you so very much!

[@imthechamp101]

The Navy allowed my Army unit to get on USS Port Royal in Hawaii. Not fun at all. Bumped my head at least 20 times. Hit my knees on everything in my path. I salute you guys.

[@RealCanuckian]

Canadian Navy Veteran... great vid. I was our version of a ET. I concentrated on internal and external communications and tactical data links.

[@RealCanuckian]

@Richard Hunt Not bad for ships hulls built in the late 80s, early 90s. The refits help. The next generation of ship will be amazing. Good crews help. We run a similar crew size as the ones at about 225. It can fluctuate under certain circumstances. The drills, though they can become frustrating, really do help the crews stay ready for anything. And I found that they help with bonding. Though workups could be hell on sleep.

[@walkking5799]

You guys and girls have so much better stuff then we had .I was on a ddg made in old days.I was in the navy 76-80 so look back on those days.Go Navy

[@nathansargent8513]

wow, that gave me a real sense of pride and a tear in my eye. America's Navy is National Treasure and so important to all of us. Thank you for your service and thank you to the Navy for posting such a wonderful video. Our country is what it is because of the people, we are what makes this country so great.

[@nathansargent8513]

@my7571 you've obviously never been anywhere else. Sad fool

[@jaybird4812]

I spent 10 years in the U.S. Navy, greatest time of my life, except we were universally hated by my country, which is one of the reasons i got out at 10 years, there were other reasons too, I was on during the 70s during and after the war, so it was a difficult time. During this time I met the best people I ever met or will ever meet....

[@EdgarEricB]

Wow. Look at all that electronics! There's been a few improvements since the early 60's when I was a Fire Control Tech (FTG) on the USS Fletcher DD445. We had tubes & a few transistors in our Mark 25 radar with it's 50 mile range back then. Transistors were just being introduced. The rear 3 inch FC Mark 56 radar had faster electronics than our 5 inch 38 system

[@tiamatxvxianash9202]

Very well done. Very nostalgic for me also. I served over a 20 period on 4 classes of Canadian Navy Ships as a Sea King(H3) technician. Thank you to our American brothers and sisters for carrying the heaviest torch of world security in our present time.

[@southernshop8424]

I dont have the words to express how very proud of every one of you!

[@samuelaguilar5349]

@my7571 we just proud of all our service men and women. They protect us y'know...

[@CC-ik3nx]

my7571 the sharks and dolphins in the big bad waters.

[@lindsayrserrano]

Samuel Aguilar your mom

[@lindsayrserrano]

Hooyah Navy! Bravo Zulu 👏🏽 HT2 SW/AW

[@frankbutta9344]

Makes me proud to be an American! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@phillipnox123]

Being on a DDG was one of the most rewarding and stressful times in my life. You really learn what it is to be a Sailor onboard a small boy.

[@chrisullery3386]

Coming from a US Navy submariner I am proud of these sailors! Thanks for your service.

[@MotownGuitarJoe]

Former Marine here. I lived on a Navy ship for seven months (Shreveport LPD-12) and lived at the Naval base in Rota, Spain for three months. I really treasure my time working closely with the Navy.

[@kenrodmelrocity4241]

My kid is a Mid at the Academy and spent 3 weeks this summer on a DDG. She came back even more focused, determined, and confident than when she left for the experience.

[@redcrown0694]

Chief: Navy PR is riding with us. Everyone look happy. Ensign: piggy back what chief just said look happy & answer questions happily PO1: go clean all spaces & berthing. Look happy doing it.

[@Ndizzyinthehizzy]

It's almost like you were there.

[@sours4g181]

If they only knew.

[@13bcoffee]

Did you see how clean the head (bathroom) was?

[@nicetae2415]

@@13bcoffee I remember when my NJROTC class went on a trip to Norfolk Virginia, we got to get on one of the destroyers and those bathrooms looked worse then those nasty gastation restrooms. I ship for basic in about 2 weeks.

[@Double2KK]

@@13bcoffee that is because they did that shot just before berthing inspections. Doesn't take long before it gets messy and gross. Happens when you have extremely limited bathroom facilities.

[@hgbugalou]

A cook on these ships is such an important role that many people probably never think about. A good meal after a hard days work can be such a huge boost to your psychological well being. After doing so much work, dealing with cramped quarters, and being away from home and then having to deal with poor quality food can be crushing to someone, but on the flip side a good meal can make it all worthwhile. Thats not even getting into the nutritional side of things. I don't know much about the Navy, but I bet they train their cooks/chefs well for these reasons.

[@BaldwinBay]

Awesome group of young sailors. I have held a merchant mariner credential for 30 years. What an incredible crew! America's Youth! Our future is brilliant. Thank you! 🕊️🇺🇸⚓

[@bygabyyt1423]

Ashley representando a Puerto Rico!!!🇵🇷🇵🇷

[@ampatriotsmith9545]

Great presentation. This brought tears to my eyes just seeing the dedication and sacrifice and how they work as a team

[@CorpsmanUp93]

I just wanna say that U.S. Navy and DMA (Defense Media Activity) have been producing outstanding videos in high quality definition for both Sailors and civilians recently. Much love for the MC's (mass communications specialists) and Public Affairs Officers for producing this quality of work. It truly shows how much the Navy has taken a particular interest in keeping up with the times and putting heart into their work to reach the masses. Please please please keep putting out material like this. It is extremely appreciated!

[@brianrwilliams5732]

They’re sleep deprived, just remember that. These hate comments about how they speak make me sick. You gotta remember this ship runs 24/7.

[@melonasszzz6921]

U gotta remember thia is 2020 and nobody cares

[@anekinvillegas3517]

Melo NassZZZ shut up 9 year old

[@melonasszzz6921]

@@anekinvillegas3517 not 9 but ok

[@melonasszzz6921]

@@anekinvillegas3517 my guy you make roblox videos. I would not be talking

[@perro3581]

Pssys

[@aarosario0915]

It’s crazy this ship was one of the ships I deployed with in January, one of the best ships I’ve worked with, I talk to many of their OS’s (Operation Specialist) they’re some of my favorite people great ship great people. I work for Carrier Strike Group 9 so this ship essentially belongs to the Admiral in charge of the carrier and they had an extremely tough deployment left in January went to the Middle East and just got back about a month ago. They did a tough job and they made sure to never give it anything less than 100%.

[@genshin619]

My father was chief petty officer machinist mate for 20yrs in the Navy I remember as a kid I would go on board his ship watch my father do what he does. Me and my sister are Navy brats until I joined the military as well..but it wasn't the Navy I did the Air Force 😆😆 good video and I salute you guys and women

[@Carlitos-24-7]

Awesome Video, Sharp Crew thank you for doing what you do out to sea. Hooyah Navy!

[@scottvernon7347]

I am just a retired American Airlines Gate agent, 1984-2013... living in Fort Worth... I stumbled up on this... I am so proud of these young people my heart is pounding!!!!!

[@gun_ape]

I would have joined the Navy from the Marine Corps if i saw this video while i was still in.

[@luacreskid]

Fifty five years later I still miss the Destroyer life. DLG7.

[@jimmellenberger8505]

Always loved the look of that class, but they were all east coast ships. I was on the Fox, CG-33, and she was a sweetheart. But, I did miss the sound of those LM-2500s spooling up to a scream!

[@ThatRedHusky]

USS Milius (DDG69) 2009-2012 here, HM3. DDG life is absolutely a family. It's tough, it's hard work. Taking care of my shipmates and making sure we all stayed safe and healthy was something I held close to heart. Workdays starting a few hours before sick call and ending around midnight because of constant ongoing health inspections. Small boy life.

[@jacksocl88]

2 Turnin' 2 Burnin', Ghost Squad!

[@diegovaldez8691]

I served on the USS BRISCOE DD-977 and I had a blast...GO NAVY!!!

[@ninonicebx]

Thank you all for your great and brave service.

[@gun_ape]

I love that bond you guys have.

[@shortchange26]

Two destroyers, a sub tender and two carriers. My favorites were riding the destroyers. 20 hour days were the norm. After the first 2 weeks at sea you don't even notice. A lot of work and a helluva good times. 20 of the best years of my life.

[@aarusty51]

I was on the USS Blandy DD 943,for three years back in 1977. We didn't have hurricane straps, or the breathing mask in the rack. Or women on board. The food was really good . I will never forget being on after lookout in the middle of the ocean, millions of stars shinning early in the morning smelling the bread rolls baking on the mess deck for breakfast. Mmmm.

[@TVaughan667]

The underway video sure brings back good memories for this "old sailor," an AG2(AW), 1981-1988. UNREP, mid-rats, and some of the best sleep in those racks I've every had. Steaming past Bali in the early morning with dead calm seas, mists hanging over the islands. Paradise that most folks never see. Also, steaming past Iwo Jima and Mt Suribachi in the evening during a rain squall, thinking about the men lost to take that rotten piece of volcanic sand. As the young seaman said, "it makes you remember why you're out there."

[@protorhinocerator142]

I could never do that. I'm glad someone out there loves doing it.

[@nicolasadileonardo]

This was a great video. The crew accorded themselves extremely well. Nice work. Sail safe!

[@shannonpace9433]

I helped build 26 Destroyers (DDG's) at Ingalls shipyard in Pascagoula MS. I did the intakes to the 4 main engines and the 3 generators. So proud! Our motto was, "We're building freedom one day at a time!" Our navy deserves the best we could give them. Godspeed in your endeavors!

[@TheDude-yw4kn]

God bless the USA and all who serve!

[@2Oldcoots]

"We Bring the Heat".....well put!

[@BJ-xs7np]

Thank you for your service. I am a former Vietnam vet. Be safe!

[@j5sweetielhdc7]

wow, what a small world. I remember Ashley from high school. Thank you for yall service!

[@jennifernoble7527]

My dad was on a sea wize when he was in the military and I am following his footsteps every day

[@pmcook98]

Jennifer Noble cwiz? the weapons system?

[@jimmellenberger8505]

CIWS, Mk 15 Phalanx.

[@mikeh2291]

How does that guy have a beard you ask? I was in Zumwalt's Navy when Z-gram 57 came down in 1970 regarding beards being allowed. However, those of us (at that time) who may have needed to wear an Oxygen Breathing Apparatus (OBA) had to be able to get a tight seal where the mask touched the face. So, facial hair was only allowed elsewhere on the face. We liked Admiral Zumwalt and his Z-grams supporting the enlisted personnel. He ordered that "abrasive policies" be eliminated and did not mince words.

[@slingshot1961]

Destroyers are the infantry in the Navy. They go everywhere, do more than they are designed for, and totally screw anything messing with the task force. Like one person said in the video, they destroy stuff. Fast , maneuverable, and deadly. They are the backbone of the fleet. To serve on one is an experience nobody forgets.

[@texaslifeusa6491]

Thank you for your services. We owe you a debt of gratitude. God Bless all our servicemen & women. Stay safe.

[@ytty5183]

The best of America, God bless them and keep them safe. Semper Fi

[@bulkhogan5]

Fun times. Love watching these come into port at San Diego

[@filiplindblad2694]

I love that the US Navy refferes to their in my eyes MASSIVE destroyers as "small". I'm in the Swedish Navy and our ships really are small :)

[@richardhulbert9833]

Great film; enjoy the time you serve for it goes by fast and the day comes when you look back and wish you were at sea again."No greater love does a person have than to lay down his life for others"

[@Omegateck16]

Lol right when i leave the ship they record a video about it. Miss yall.

[@electroniccheeks]

I was afforded the opportunity to tour my Sailors Destroyer. And it is a lot smaller than you would think. Great ships, small but great.

[@2WheelsTrav]

Good to see my fellow native North Carolinians representing! Much love from an NC Airmen!

[@jackpearson1110]

Great video. 30 years at ATRC teaching. I remember Kellis as a student. Now retired enjoying my senior years.