What It Looks Like When Navy Sailors Go Swimming

In this rare and striking footage, U.S. Navy sailors take a well-earned break from duty by diving into the open ocean straight off the side of a massive aircraft carrier. With the ship at a full stop in calm, blue waters, the crew enjoys a swim under the watchful eye of safety personnel. Torpedo nets are deployed in the water, forming a protective barrier to keep curious sharks at bay while the sailors float, splash, and soak in the surreal experience of swimming beside one of the world’s most powerful warships.

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U.S. Navy sailors take a break to swim off the side of an aircraft carrier, using torpedo nets as a barrier to keep sharks at bay. pic.twitter.com/t8RDvsEPh4

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