The destroyer USS Nicholas (DD-449) is seen laying a smoke screen during operations in the Pacific. Commissioned in 1942, she served from Guadalcanal to Tokyo Bay, protecting larger ships and covering amphibious landings throughout the war. A veteran of 16 battle stars, Nicholas was among the first U.S. ships to enter Tokyo Bay at the war’s end. #WWII #USSNicholas #Destroyer #PacificWar #USNavy #NavalHistory | The Reliable Narrator

Starfleet Records. James T. Kirk. Captain of the USS Enterprise NCC-1701. The long conflict between father and son. Stardate: 3842.3-3843.3 (2268) Meanwhile, Amanda speaks with her husband against their son's estrangement in their quarters, but Sarek resists, saying that Spock is due respect for his own achievements, not for feelings of pride. Amanda believes Sarek feels pride in Spock despite his disapproval of Starfleet but won't show it. The unidentified vessel makes a pass at the Enterprise

⚓️The US Navy’s newest destroyer, USS John Basilone (DDG 122), arrived to its new home of Mayport, Nov. 24!🎖️The Flight IIA Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer is named after Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone - who received the medal for heroism during the Battle of Guadalcanal in 1942.🚁🚁Flight IIAs host dual helicopter hangers, allowing for expanded anti-submarine, anti-surface, and anti-air warfare capabilities through integrated operations with heli