Caption:
San Diego, Calif. (Jul. 23, 2004) -- The Navy's newest and most
technologically advanced aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76),
enters San Diego harbor for a homeporting celebration, welcoming the
ship to San Diego, Calif., and officially joining the U.S. Pacific
Fleet. The celebration will include various dignitaries, including
former First Lady Nancy Reagan, members of the Congress, state
officials and celebrities. Commanded by Capt. James A. Symonds, the
ship was commissioned in July 2003, and is completing a two-month
transit around South America to her new homeport. U.S. Navy photo by
Photographer's Mate Airman Danielle Sosa (RELEASED)
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