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In the throng assembled to greet two visiting US Navy vessels, a Soviet citizen uses his hat and his hand to express his sentiments. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

In the throng assembled to greet two visiting US Navy vessels, a Sovie...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Soviet and American naval personnel converse during the visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59), the second goodwill call to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet and American naval personnel converse during the visit of the A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Mark Kettenhofen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

A young Soviet woman hands a bouquet to a Sixth Fleet band singer during a goodwill port visit by the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). The second visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A young Soviet woman hands a bouquet to a Sixth Fleet band singer duri...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

Sailors aboard the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) demonstrate firefighting equipment for their Soviet hosts. KAUFFMAN and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are making the second goodwill call to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Sailors aboard the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) demons...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Mark Kettenhofen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Rotors folded, an SH-60B Seahawk helicopter sits on the deck of the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59), while sailors manning the rails observe their counterparts on the Soviet guided missile cruiser SLAVA. KAUFFMAN and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Rotors folded, an SH-60B Seahawk helicopter sits on the deck of the gu...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Mark Kettenhofen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Behind a line of smiling Soviet Sailors, the throng on the dock waves its greeting to the visiting American warships. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American naval vessels since World War II

Behind a line of smiling Soviet Sailors, the throng on the dock waves ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

American sailors lay a wreath at the monument to Sevastopol's war heroes. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

American sailors lay a wreath at the monument to Sevastopol's war hero...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Ph... More

An American Sailor says good-bye to a young Soviet woman with a bouquet. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

An American Sailor says good-bye to a young Soviet woman with a bouque...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

PH1 Scott Allen and a Soviet naval officer pose together after exchanging uniforms. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

PH1 Scott Allen and a Soviet naval officer pose together after exchang...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

The flags of the United States and the Soviet Union hang side by side above two Marines on the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) during the visit of KAUFFMAN and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51). It is the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

The flags of the United States and the Soviet Union hang side by side ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Soviet sailors and citizens lining the dock watch the colors ceremony aboard the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) in the harbor. GATES and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet sailors and citizens lining the dock watch the colors ceremony ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

With the Phalanx Close In Weapons System (CIWS) looming behind them, an American officer points out features of his ship to Soviet navy personnel and other citizens. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG-59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

With the Phalanx Close In Weapons System (CIWS) looming behind them, a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

US Sailors salute the American flag on the stern of their ship during colors. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

US Sailors salute the American flag on the stern of their ship during ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

Vice Admiral (VADM) R. Paul Ilg, Deputy Commander-In-CHIEF, United States Naval Forces Europe, bids farewell to his host, Black Sea Fleet Commander-In-CHIEF Admiral (ADM) Mikhail Khronopulo. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Vice Admiral (VADM) R. Paul Ilg, Deputy Commander-In-CHIEF, United Sta...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

Vice Admiral (VADM) Paul Ilg, deputy commander-in-chief, US Naval Forces Europe, dons a Soviet admiral's cover which was presented to him during the goodwill visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). The vessels are making the second visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Vice Admiral (VADM) Paul Ilg, deputy commander-in-chief, US Naval Forc...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Local photographers move past a line of Soviet Sailors and the crowd behind them, to photograph arriving American warships. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by US naval vessels since World War II

Local photographers move past a line of Soviet Sailors and the crowd b...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

A line of BTR-60PB amphibious armored personnel carriers moves out from a Soviet Pomornik class air cushion landing craft on the beach, during a demonstration for visiting Americans. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A line of BTR-60PB amphibious armored personnel carriers moves out fro...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Kherson Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Servi... More

US Sailors salute the American flag on entering port. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

US Sailors salute the American flag on entering port. The Aegis guide...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

Soviet Sailors and citizens line the dock during colors the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) in the harbor. GATES and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet Sailors and citizens line the dock during colors the Aegis guid...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Soviet officers touring the Aegis Guided Missile Cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are shown damage control personnel and their gear. GATES and the Guided Missile Frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59 are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet officers touring the Aegis Guided Missile Cruiser USS THOMAS S....

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

Two young Ukrainian women in traditional costume bring bread and roses in honor of the American naval visit. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG-59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Two young Ukrainian women in traditional costume bring bread and roses...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Allen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

The US Sixth Fleet Band gives a concert for the local population during the visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

The US Sixth Fleet Band gives a concert for the local population durin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

The uniform of Operations SPECIALIST SEAMAN Apprentice Altilio exhibits a number of Soviet decorations and mementos, including a picture of Mikhail Gorbachov. They are souvenirs of the visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59), the second goodwill call to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

The uniform of Operations SPECIALIST SEAMAN Apprentice Altilio exhibit...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Mark Kettenhofen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

A statue of Admiral (ADM) Pavel Nakhimov, the Black Sea Fleet commander killed while defending the port during the Crimean War, looks out over the plaza where US naval personnel mingle with Soviet citizens. The Aegis Guided Missile Cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A statue of Admiral (ADM) Pavel Nakhimov, the Black Sea Fleet commande...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

A Soviet officer is followed by two US Marines carrying a wreath in a procession to the port's war memorial. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

A Soviet officer is followed by two US Marines carrying a wreath in a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

A woman waves a greeting from behind a line of Soviet sailors. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

A woman waves a greeting from behind a line of Soviet sailors. The Aeg...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Ph... More

American Marines talk with their Soviet counterparts on the beach, with a Pomornik class air cushion landing craft in the background. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

American Marines talk with their Soviet counterparts on the beach, wit...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Kherson Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Servi... More

Soviet officers touring the Aegis Guided Missile Cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are shown damage control personnel and their gear. GATES and the Guided Missile Frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59 are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet officers touring the Aegis Guided Missile Cruiser USS THOMAS S....

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

Soviet officers touring the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are shown a walkie-talkie and exhibits of shipboard operations. GATES and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet officers touring the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S....

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

An American officer looks past a harbor tug to the Aegis Guided Missile Cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51), anchored in the harbor along with a line of Soviet warships. GATES and the Guided Missile Frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59 are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

An American officer looks past a harbor tug to the Aegis Guided Missil...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

Soviet and American naval personnel mingle with the local populace on the waterfront during the goodwill visit of the Aegis Guided Missile Cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the Guided Missile Frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet and American naval personnel mingle with the local populace on ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

A Sailor's cap sails through the air between the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) and the crowd on the waterfront. KAUFFMAN and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A Sailor's cap sails through the air between the guided missile frigat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Soviet sailors and an officer march along the waterfront during the visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59), the second goodwill call to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet sailors and an officer march along the waterfront during the vi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Mark Kettenhofen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

A line of Soviet Sailors separates cameramen from the throng assembled to see off two visiting US Navy vessels. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) have made the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A line of Soviet Sailors separates cameramen from the throng assembled...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

American Sailors, some wearing mementos given to them by Soviet citizens, sit down for a chat with contemporaries. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

American Sailors, some wearing mementos given to them by Soviet citize...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

From the stern of their ship, US Navy personnel view the throng assembled on the pier to welcome them. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

From the stern of their ship, US Navy personnel view the throng assemb...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

An American Sailor poses for the camera with some Soviet contemporaries during the goodwill visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

An American Sailor poses for the camera with some Soviet contemporarie...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Back in the USSR is played by a US Navy rock band for the audience filling Sevastopol's main plaza. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

Back in the USSR is played by a US Navy rock band for the audience fil...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

A young Ukrainian woman gets a kiss on the cheek from Vice Admiral R. Paul Ilg, deputy commander-in-chief, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, after presenting him with the traditional gift of a loaf of bread. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG-59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A young Ukrainian woman gets a kiss on the cheek from Vice Admiral R. ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: Ph1allen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

US Sailors salute the American flag on entering port. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

US Sailors salute the American flag on entering port. The Aegis guide...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

Soviet women enjoy Pepsi and hot dogs with a sailor and the captain of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51). GATES and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

Soviet women enjoy Pepsi and hot dogs with a sailor and the captain of...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

An American petty officer points out a detail on a Soviet warship model on display during the visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II. (SUBSTANDARD)

An American petty officer points out a detail on a Soviet warship mode...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

A Soviet naval officer salutes the American flag while aboard an American ship with a large group of Soviet citizens. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

A Soviet naval officer salutes the American flag while aboard an Ameri...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

An American Sailor puts an enameled pin on the uniform of a Soviet counterpart during the goodwill visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). The vessels are making the second visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

An American Sailor puts an enameled pin on the uniform of a Soviet cou...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

A young Ukranian woman in traditional costume presents Vice Admiral R. Paul Ilg, deputy commander-in-chief, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, with an ornately decorated loaf of bread. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG-59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A young Ukranian woman in traditional costume presents Vice Admiral R....

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Allen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

PETTY Officer 3rd Class Thomaston signs souvenirs for Soviet children during the visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

PETTY Officer 3rd Class Thomaston signs souvenirs for Soviet children ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

The American and Soviet flags fly side by side during the visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II. (SUBSTANDARD)

The American and Soviet flags fly side by side during the visit of the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

A group of Soviet Sailors look at the Mark 141 quad Harpoon missile canisters conspicuous on the fantail of the docked Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51). GATES and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A group of Soviet Sailors look at the Mark 141 quad Harpoon missile ca...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

An American officer shows a group of Soviet admirals and their aides an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

An American officer shows a group of Soviet admirals and their aides a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

American naval personnel browse among Soviet English-language publications during the goodwill visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

American naval personnel browse among Soviet English-language publicat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

An American officer discusses features of his ship with Soviet Navy personnel and other citizens. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

An American officer discusses features of his ship with Soviet Navy pe...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

Soviet naval infantrymen (marines) man a line of BTR-60PB amphibious armored personnel carriers, in front of a Pomornik class air cushion landing craft on the beach, during a demonstration for visiting Americans. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet naval infantrymen (marines) man a line of BTR-60PB amphibious a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Kherson Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Mark Kettenhofen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital ... More

A Soviet sailor holding an AKM assault rifle stands at port arms during the visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

A Soviet sailor holding an AKM assault rifle stands at port arms durin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

An American and a Soviet Sailor exchange hats and a handshake during the goodwill visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

An American and a Soviet Sailor exchange hats and a handshake during t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

A young Ukrainian woman wears a Sailor's cap given to her by an American visitor. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A young Ukrainian woman wears a Sailor's cap given to her by an Americ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

A local artist makes a sketch of an American Sailor during the goodwill visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A local artist makes a sketch of an American Sailor during the goodwil...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Fully dressed, the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG-59) lie moored in the harbor. They are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

Fully dressed, the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Allen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A Soviet naval infantryman (marine) stands with an arm on his PT-76 light amphibious tank, on display for visiting Americans. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwil visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A Soviet naval infantryman (marine) stands with an arm on his PT-76 li...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Kherson Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Mark Kettenhofen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital ... More

Two Soviet naval infantry (Marine) officers stand on the pier, while a group of Soviet Sailors behind them look at the Mark 141 quad Harpoon missile canisters conspicuous on the fantail of the docked Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51). GATES and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Two Soviet naval infantry (Marine) officers stand on the pier, while a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

A Marine master sergeant looks out from the hatch of a Soviet BTR-60PB amphibious tank on the beach. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A Marine master sergeant looks out from the hatch of a Soviet BTR-60PB...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Kherson Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Servi... More

A saluting gun is fired from the deck of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51). GATES and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG-59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

A saluting gun is fired from the deck of the Aegis guided missile crui...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A Soviet naval launch pulls up to the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51), which is lying at anchor at the head of a line of warships in the harbor. GATES and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

A Soviet naval launch pulls up to the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

Two US Marines salute after laying a wreath at the monument for the port's war heroes. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

Two US Marines salute after laying a wreath at the monument for the po...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

Two American Sailors enjoy the greeting they are getting from a crowd of Soviet citizens, including many children. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Two American Sailors enjoy the greeting they are getting from a crowd ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Soviet and US Navy band members mingle during the visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

Soviet and US Navy band members mingle during the visit of the Aegis g...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Ph... More

A Sailor stands on the bow of a beached Soviet Pomornik class air cushion landing craft after a demonstration for visiting Americans. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A Sailor stands on the bow of a beached Soviet Pomornik class air cush...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Kherson Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Servi... More

Soviet Naval personnel and others pass under an American flag on the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51). GATES and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet Naval personnel and others pass under an American flag on the A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

A Soviet and an American sailor shake hands aboard the American's ship. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG-59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

A Soviet and an American sailor shake hands aboard the American's ship...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Two Soviet officers talk on the pier during the goodwill visit of the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51). It is the second visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Two Soviet officers talk on the pier during the goodwill visit of the ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

A Soviet officer is followed by two US Marines carrying a wreath in a procession to the port's war memorial. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

A Soviet officer is followed by two US Marines carrying a wreath in a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

Two Soviet dancers perform on the helicopter deck of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51). Gates and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making their second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

Two Soviet dancers perform on the helicopter deck of the Aegis guided ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Ph... More

Soviets and an Americans pause for refreshment during the goodwill visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviets and an Americans pause for refreshment during the goodwill vis...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

Cameramen film a group of Soviet children, some in traditional costume, who are welcoming an American officer and a Sailor. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Cameramen film a group of Soviet children, some in traditional costume...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

Soviet naval infantry (Marine) commandos demonstrate hand-to-hand combat exercises for the US Navy officers on the reviewing stand. The guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) and the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet naval infantry (Marine) commandos demonstrate hand-to-hand comb...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Kherson Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital ... More

Soviet officers touring the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) observe firefighting personnel and their gear. GATES and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Soviet officers touring the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S....

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

A US Navy rock band performs during the visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit by American warships to a Soviet port since World War II

A US Navy rock band performs during the visit of the Aegis guided miss...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Kip Burke Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

American naval personnel inpsect merchandise at a bazaar during the goodwill visit of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

American naval personnel inpsect merchandise at a bazaar during the go...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Scott Allen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digit... More

Officers and Sailors of two nationalities salute the American flag during the goodwill visit of the Aegis Guided Missile Cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51) and the Guided Missile Frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59). It is the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II

Officers and Sailors of two nationalities salute the American flag dur...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Ac) Mark Kettenhoffen, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Se... More

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