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English: Atlantic Ocean (Jan. 31, 2004) – An Close-in Weapons System (CIWS) is being fired for training aboard the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). CWIS is a fast-reaction, rapid-fire 20-millimeter gun system that provides U.S. Navy ships with a terminal defense against anti-ship missiles that have penetrated other fleet defenses. The Norfolk, Va.-based nuclear powered aircraft carrier is on a routine scheduled deployment. U. S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate Airman Jason R. Zalasky. (RELEASED)
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