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An elevated bow view of six ships in the USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) battle group as they head home from deployment in the Mediterranean Sea. The ships are, from left to right, USS GARCIA (FF-1040), USS CARON (DD-970), USS MAHAN (DDG-42), USS FARRAGUT (DDG-37), USS PETERSON (DD-969) and USS MCCANDLESS (FF-1084)

An elevated bow view of six ships in the USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) batt...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: PHC Pedrick Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

An aerial stern view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN-68) returning to home port in Norfolk, Virginia, following the May 26 aircraft crash on her flight deck. The crash, which occurred during the night landing of an EA-6B Prowler aircraft assigned to the carrier, killed 14 crewmen, injured 45 others, and damaged several parked aircraft

An aerial stern view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS NIMIT...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Ken Brewer Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

PH2 Milton Savage, USNR Fort Monroe, Va....A starboard bow view of the battleship USS Iowa (BB-61), surrounded by numerous small craft, as it passes the fort near Norfolk, Va. The Iowa, with its crew manning the rails, is returning home to Norfolk after an explosion in the No. 2 16-inch gun turret killed 47 sailors during routine gunnery exercises 330 miles northeast of Puerto Rico on April 19. OFFICIAL U.S. NAVY PHOTO (RELEASED)

PH2 Milton Savage, USNR Fort Monroe, Va....A starboard bow view of the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A port beam view of the replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3). In the foreground, families wait to welcome the crewmen of the KANSAS CITY home

A port beam view of the replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3). I...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Alameda State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: George Champagne Release Status... More

A view of the decorative cake at the welcome home ceremony for A-7E Corsair II aircraft pilots. The pilots, from the Light Attack Squadron 25 (VA-25) and 113 (VA-113), return from aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61)

A view of the decorative cake at the welcome home ceremony for A-7E Co...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Lemoore State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Release... More

As Marines from the 32nd Marine Amphibious Unit depart the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9), they are welcomed home from Lebanon, by friends, relatives and the band from Cateret High School

As Marines from the 32nd Marine Amphibious Unit depart the amphibious ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Morehead City State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: CPL Mata Release Status: Released to Pub... More

A port side view of the bridge of the ocean minesweeper USS FIDELITY (MSO 443), as crew members prepare it for the return voyage back to its home port at Little Creek, Va. The ship is moored at Pier Three at the Washington Navy Yard

A port side view of the bridge of the ocean minesweeper USS FIDELITY (...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Don S. Montgomery, USN (Ret.) Release... More

A port side view of the forward section of the ocean minesweeper USS FIDELITY (MSO 443), as crew members prepare it for the return voyage back to its home port at Little Creek, Va. The ship is moored at Pier Three at the Washington Navy Yard

A port side view of the forward section of the ocean minesweeper USS F...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Don S. Montgomery, USN (Ret.) Release... More

A sailor receives a welcome home hug upon his return to home port after 11 months at sea aboard the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62)

A sailor receives a welcome home hug upon his return to home port afte...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Bob Weissleder Release S... More

Family members and friends wait on the dock to greet the USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62) and its crew. The battleship is returning to home port after 11 months at sea

Family members and friends wait on the dock to greet the USS NEW JERSE...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Bob Weissleder Release S... More

Balloons and banners welcome the USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62) back to home port after 11 months at sea

Balloons and banners welcome the USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62) back to home p...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Bob Weissleder Release S... More

Three fatigue-clad boys hold up a sign announcing, "The Beef Is Back-Welcome Home Big J" during the homecoming of the USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62). Their father, Captain Mike Hicks, Marine Detachment, is returning to home port after 11 months at sea aboard the battleship

Three fatigue-clad boys hold up a sign announcing, "The Beef Is Back-W...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Bob Weissleder Release S... More

Crew members carry their gear off the dock upon returning to home port after 11 months at sea aboard the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62)

Crew members carry their gear off the dock upon returning to home port...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Bob Weissleder Release S... More

A close-up of a sweatshirt and a "Welccome Back Big J" button worn by a child waiting to greet his father. The battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62) is returning to home port after 11 months at sea

A close-up of a sweatshirt and a "Welccome Back Big J" button worn by ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 David B. Loveall Release... More

A sailor greets loved ones upon returning to home port after 11 months at sea aboard the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62)

A sailor greets loved ones upon returning to home port after 11 months...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 David B. Loveall Release... More

Crew members stand under the 16-inch guns as the USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62) approaches the dock. The battleship is returning to home port after 11 months at sea

Crew members stand under the 16-inch guns as the USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Bob Weissleder Release S... More

Pat Thomas, wife of Fireman (FN) Jonathan Thomas, holds up a sign welcoming her husband back to home port after 11 months at sea aboard the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62). A portion of the amphibious assault ship USS PELELIU (LHA 5) can be seen in the background

Pat Thomas, wife of Fireman (FN) Jonathan Thomas, holds up a sign welc...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 David B. Loveall Release... More

The Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders perform during the homecoming of the USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62). The battleship is returning to home port after 11 months at sea

The Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders perform during the homecoming of the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Bob Weissleder Release S... More

With banners waving, a crowd welcomes the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62) back to home port after 11 months at sea

With banners waving, a crowd welcomes the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 David B. Loveall Release... More

The fleet tug USS QUAPAW (ATF 110) approaches the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUTILUS (SSN 571) to make preparations for towing. The NAUTILUS is being transferred to its original home port at Naval Submarine Base, New London, Connecticut. An SH-3 Sea King helicopter flies nearby

The fleet tug USS QUAPAW (ATF 110) approaches the nuclear-powered atta...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Francisco Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Steve Miller Release Status: Release... More

Commander John S. Almon directs mooring operations from the sail of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUTILUS (SSN 571) upon the ship's arrival at US Naval Station Rodman. The NAUTILUS is en route to its original home port at Naval Submarine Base, New London, Connecticut, where it will become a memorial at the Submarine Force Library and Museum

Commander John S. Almon directs mooring operations from the sail of th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: State: Canal Zone Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Carl Duvall Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Pho... More

Starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUTILUS (SSN 571) being towed through the Miraflores Locks. The NAUTILUS is en route to its original home port at Naval Submarine Base, New London, Connecticut

Starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUT...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Panama Canal Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Carl Duvall Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Ph... More

Elevated port quarter view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUTILUS (SSN-571) being towed through the Gaillard Cut. An inshore patrol craft (PCF Mark I) escorts the submarine. The NAUTILUS is en route to its original home port at Naval Submarine Base, New London, Connecticut

Elevated port quarter view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Panama Canal Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Carl Duvall Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Ph... More

Crewmen stand by aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUTILUS (SSN 571) while the ship is towed through the canal. The NAUTILUS is en route to its original home port at Naval Submarine Base, New London, Connecticut, where it will become a memorial at the Submarine Force Library and Museum

Crewmen stand by aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NA...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: State: Canal Zone Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Carl Duvall Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Pho... More

A bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUTILUS (SSN 571) as seen from a canal commission tug towing it through the canal. The NAUTILUS is en route to its original home port at Naval Submarine Base, New London, Connecticut

A bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUTILUS (SS...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Panama Canal Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Carl Duvall Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Ph... More

Aerial bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUTILUS (SSN 571) as it is towed through the Gatun Locks en route to the Atlantic Ocean. The NAUTILUS is en route to its original home port at Naval Submarine Base, New London, Connecticut, where it will become a memorial at the Submarine Force Library and Museum. A river patrol boat (PBR MARK II), foreground, and a fast patrol craft (PCF) are visible

Aerial bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUTILU...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Panama Canal Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Joan Zopf Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

Aerial port bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NAUTILUS (SSN 571) being towed through the Gatun Locks. The NAUTILUS is en route to its original home port at Naval Submarine Base, New London, Connecticut

Aerial port bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ex-USS NA...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Panama Canal Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Joan Zopf Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

Tugs and river patrol boats escort the decommissioned nuclear-powered attack submarine USS NAUTILUS (SSN 571) through the Panama Canal. The NAUTILUS is en route from the west coast to its original home port at Naval Submarine Base, New London, Connecticut where it will remain as a memorial at the Submarine Force Library and Museum

Tugs and river patrol boats escort the decommissioned nuclear-powered ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Joan Zopf Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Tugs accompany the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) as it leaves its Pacific home port for the last time. At the end of that deployment it will report to the US Atlantic Fleet

Tugs accompany the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) as it leave...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Mike Flynn, USN Release Status: Released to ... More

Secretary of the Navy John F. Lehman Jr. uses an MD-3A tow tractor as a podium while addressing officers and crewmen gathered on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67). The carrier's return to home port has been delayed because of events in Lebanon

Secretary of the Navy John F. Lehman Jr. uses an MD-3A tow tractor as ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED) Scene Camera Operator: PHC Mike Wright Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

Secretary of the Navy John F. Lehman Jr. uses an MD-3A tow tractor as a podium while addressing officers and crewmen gathered on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67). The carrier's return to home port has been delayed because of events in Lebanon

Secretary of the Navy John F. Lehman Jr. uses an MD-3A tow tractor as ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED) Scene Camera Operator: Cwo4 Bill Welch Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

A starboard bow view of the mine countermeasures ship USS AVENGER (MCM 1) moored to the dock at its home port at its home port at Naval Base, Charleston. The AVENGER, assigned to Mine Squadron 2, is the first of eight ships currently being built by the Navy to replace the older open ocean minesweepers (MSOs) constructed in the 1950s

A starboard bow view of the mine countermeasures ship USS AVENGER (MCM...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Base, Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Walter Hall Release Status:... More

A locomotive tows the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) through the Pedro Miguel Locks of the Panama Canal while the ship is en route to its home port of Baltimore. The COMFORT, along with the hospital ship USNS MERCY (T-AH 19), is operated for the Navy by the Military Sealift Command

A locomotive tows the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) through the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Panama Canal Zone Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Matt Gildow, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service... More

A tug maneuvers the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20) as it approaches the Pedro Miguel Locks during its transit of the Panama Canal while en route to its home port of Baltimore. The COMFORT, along with the hospital ship USNS MERCY (T-AH-19), is operated for the Navy by the Miltiary Sealift Command

A tug maneuvers the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20) as it approac...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Panama Canal Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Gildow Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photogr... More

Locomotives guide the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) as it passes through the Pedro Miguel Locks. The ship is transiting the Panama Canal while en route to its home port of Baltimore. The COMFORT, along with the hospital ship USNS MERCY (T-AH 19), is operated for the Navy by the Military Sealift Command

Locomotives guide the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) as it passe...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Panama Canal Zone Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: SGT M. Gildow, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service D... More

The hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) approaches the Pedro Miguel Locks of the Panama Canal while en route to its home port of Baltimore. The COMFORT, along with the hospital ship USNS MERCY (T-AH 19), is operated for the Navy by the Military Sealift Command

The hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) approaches the Pedro Miguel L...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Panama Canal Zone Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Matt Gildow, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service... More

Commander (CDR) John W. Townes III, commanding officer of the guided missile frigate USS SAMUEL B. ROBERTS (FFG 58), in the Persian Gulf, and another officer aboard the Dutch heavy-lift ship MIGHTY SERVANT II. The SAMUEL B. ROBERTS, which was damaged when it struck an Iranian mine on April 14, 1988, will be transported to its home port in Newport, Rhode Island (RI) by the MIGHTY SERVANT

Commander (CDR) John W. Townes III, commanding officer of the guided m...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Michael Harnar, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

A worker welds a hull support on the deck of the Dutch heavy-lift ship MIGHTY SERVANT II. The MIGHTY SERVANT will transport the guided missile frigate USS SAMUEL B. ROBERTS (FFG 58), in the Persian Gulf, which was damaged when it struck an Iranian mine on April 14, 1988, to its home port in Newport, Rhode Island (RI)

A worker welds a hull support on the deck of the Dutch heavy-lift ship...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Mighty Servant Ii Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Michael Harnar, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A starboard quarter view of the Dutch heavy-lift ship MIGHTY SERVANT II with the guided missile frigate USS SAMUEL B. ROBERTS (FFG 58) on deck in the Straits of Hormuz. The MIGHTY SERVANT is transporting the frigate, which was damaged when it struck an Iranian mine on April 14, 1988, to its home port in Newport, Rhode Island (RI)

A starboard quarter view of the Dutch heavy-lift ship MIGHTY SERVANT I...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Michael Harnar, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A port view of the Dutch heavy-lift ship Mighty Servant with the guided missile frigate USS SAMUEL B. ROBERTS (FFG-58) on deck. The MIGHTY SERVANT is transporting the frigate, which was damaged when it struck an Iranian mine on April 14, 1988, to its home port in Newport, R.I

A port view of the Dutch heavy-lift ship Mighty Servant with the guide...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Harnar Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

The Dutch heavy-lift ship MIGHTY SERVANT II and a motorized whaleboat are silhouetted by the sunset. The MIGHTY SERVANT is transporting the guided missile frigate USS SAMUEL B. ROBERTS (FFG 58), in the Persian Gulf, which was damaged when it struck an Iranian mine on April 14, 1988, to its home port in Newport, Rhode Island (RI)

The Dutch heavy-lift ship MIGHTY SERVANT II and a motorized whaleboat ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Michael Harnar, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Family and friends of the crew of the guided missile frigate USS STARK (FFG 31) crowd the pier as the STARK returns to its home port. The STARK has just completed sea trials that followed a stay at the Ingalls Shipbuilding facility in Pascagoula, Mississippi, for repairs to the extensive damage caused by two Iraqi-launched Exocet anti-ship missiles that struck the ship while it was on patrol in the Persian Gulf in May 1987. Thirty-seven crewmen were killed in the explosion and fires

Family and friends of the crew of the guided missile frigate USS STARK...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Jim Bryant Release Status: Released to... More

A port beam view of the aircraft carrier USS FORRESTAL (CV 59) with a formation of crewmen spelling out TGIF (Thank God It's Friday) on the flight deck. The carrier is returning to its home port at Mayport, Florida

A port beam view of the aircraft carrier USS FORRESTAL (CV 59) with a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Willard Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS LAKE CHAMPLAIN (CG 57) as the ship is underway to its home port of San Diego

A bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS LAKE CHAMPLAIN (CG 57) as...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Catalano Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Captain (CAPT) Will C. Rogers III, commanding officer of the guided missile cruiser USS VINCENNES (CG 49), speaks during the welcome home ceremony being held for the crew of the VINCENNES. The ship is returning from a six-month deployment to the Western Pacific, Indian Ocean and Arabian Gulf

Captain (CAPT) Will C. Rogers III, commanding officer of the guided mi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Ronald W. Erdrich, USN Release Status: Relea... More

The commanding officer of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS TENNESSEE (SSBN-734) talks with the submarine base's harbor pilot as the TENNESSEE pulls into its new home port for the first time

The commanding officer of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submar...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Sosa Release Status: Released... More

A crane is used to lower a gangplank from the pier onto the deck of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS TENNESSEE (SSBN 734) after the TENNESSEE's arrival at its new home port for the first time

A crane is used to lower a gangplank from the pier onto the deck of th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Josn Oscar Sosa Release Statu... More

Family and friends board the frigate USS TRUETT (FF 1095), which is tied up after returning to home port with the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67) battle group

Family and friends board the frigate USS TRUETT (FF 1095), which is ti...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Base, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Jeff Elliot Release Status: Released... More

Sailors and guests stand beside the island of the auxiliary aircraft landing training ship USS LEXINGTON (AVT 16) as the ship makes for the Port of Pensacola. The LEXINGTON is shifting its home port from Naval Air Station (NAS), Pensacola to the city pier, from which it will operate until the multi-purpose aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) takes over the training carrier role at NAS, Pensacola

Sailors and guests stand beside the island of the auxiliary aircraft l...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Pensacola Bay State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Jim Bryant Release Status: Released to Public C... More

AIRMAN Apprentice Michael Pando, a crewman aboard the auxiliary aircraft landing training ship USS LEXINGTON (AVT 16), embraces his girlfriend on the pier. The LEXINGTON has returned to its home port a day after a T-2C Buckeye aircraft crashed into the ship during routine training, killing five people and injuring 19

AIRMAN Apprentice Michael Pando, a crewman aboard the auxiliary aircra...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Pensacola State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Jim Bryant Release Status: Relea... More

A tug follows the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA 4) into the harbor. The NASSAU is returning to its home port after an extended deployment

A tug follows the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA 4) into the ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Alexander C. Hicks Jr. Releas... More

The daughter of a crew member aboard the battleship USS IOWA (BB 61) sports a ship's sweatshirt and holds a pennant as she waits for the vessel's return to home port following deployment

The daughter of a crew member aboard the battleship USS IOWA (BB 61) s...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Mark Kettenhofen Release Stat... More

Crew members from the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN 71) perform construction work on an orphans home as part of a civic action project

Crew members from the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE RO...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Nassau Country: Bahamas (BHS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Swanson Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

SA Charles Rife monitors the ship's course while manning the helm on the bridge of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). The ship is passing along the southern coast of Chile while en route to its new home port at Alameda, California

SA Charles Rife monitors the ship's course while manning the helm on t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Tracy L. Didas Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A starboard view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72) underway in San Francisco Bay as it nears its new home port at Alameda, California

A starboard view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM L...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Tracy Lee Didas Release Status: Released... More

Family members gather in the rain to welcome their loved ones returning home aboard the combat store ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2). The vessel had been deployed to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

Family members gather in the rain to welcome their loved ones returnin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

CHIEF of Naval Operations Adm. Frank B. Kelso II uses the ship's internal communication system to speak to the crew of the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) as the ship returns to its home port of Naval Station, Charleston, S.C., following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

CHIEF of Naval Operations Adm. Frank B. Kelso II uses the ship's inter...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: JO2 Oscar Sosa Release Status: Released to Pub... More

A landing signal enlisted man stands by as an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter waits to pick up passengers on the flight deck of the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47). The NICHOLAS is en route to its home port at Naval Station, Charleston, S.C., after serving in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A landing signal enlisted man stands by as an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopt...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Oscar Sosa Release Status: Released to Pub... More

A harbor tug maneuvers the amphibious assault ship USS OKINAWA (LPH-3) as the vessel arrives for a port call. The OKINAWA is en route to its San Diego-based home port following deployment in the Red Sea during Operation Desert Storm

A harbor tug maneuvers the amphibious assault ship USS OKINAWA (LPH-3)...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Muscutt Rele... More

A juggler dressed as Uncle Sam entertains the crowd gathered on the pier to welcome home five ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group. The ships are returning to Mayport today following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A juggler dressed as Uncle Sam entertains the crowd gathered on the pi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Pilots from Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1) walk past an Attack Squadron 85 (VA-85) A-6E Intruder aircraft on the flight line after returning home from deployment in the Persian Gulf area. CVW-1 was stationed aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66) while serving during Operations DESERT SHIELD/DESERT STORM

Pilots from Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1) walk past an Attack Squadron 85...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD, DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Sce... More

Crew members man the rails aboard the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) as the ship departs from the naval station after a visit. The MISSOURI is returning to its home port of Naval Station, Long Beach, Calif., after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm.

Crew members man the rails aboard the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene C... More

A starboard quarter view of the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) docked at the British naval facility HMS Tamar. The BLUE RIDGE is making a port call en route to its home port at Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan following deployment in the Persian Gulf during Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm

A starboard quarter view of the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Country: Hong Kong(HKG) Scene Camera Operator: Hilton, Jeff/ENSIGN Release Status: Released to Publ... More

Accompained by a commercial tug, the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS TOPEKA (SSN 754) nears the Point Loma submarine as it arrives at its new home port of Naval Station, San Diego, California. The TOPEKA was formerly homeported at Naval Submarine Base, Groton, Connecticut

Accompained by a commercial tug, the nuclear-powered attack submarine ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Diego Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 R.J. Oriez Release Status: Released to P... More

Accompanied by the torpedo retriever TR-5, left, and a commercial tug, the nuclear-cleared attack submarine USS TOPEKA (SSN-754) nears the Point Loma submarine base as it arrives at its new home port of Naval Station, San Diego, California. The TOPEKA was formerly based at Naval Submarine Base, Groton, Connecticut

Accompanied by the torpedo retriever TR-5, left, and a commercial tug,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Diego Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 R.J. Oriez Release Status: Released to P... More

Crew members man the rails aboard the replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3) as the ship departs from the naval station after a visit. The KANSAS CITY is en route to its home port of Naval Station, San Diego, Calif., after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm.

Crew members man the rails aboard the replenishment oiler USS KANSAS C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene C... More

Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) while the large harbor tug TUSKEGEE (YTB-806) escorts the vessel around the north end of Ford Island. The RANGER is stopping off at Pearl Harbor while en route to its home port after returning from deployment in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) w...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Bos R... More

Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) as the vessel passes the U.S. Army Transportation Corps pier. The Army's vehicle landing ship CM3 HAROLD C. CLINGER (LSV-2) is moored to the pier. The RANGER is stopping off at Pearl Harbor while en route to its home port after returning from deployment in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Bos R... More

The replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3) heads out to sea following a visit to the naval station. The KANSAS CITY is en route to its home port of Naval Station, San Diego, Calif., after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm.

The replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3) heads out to sea follo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene C... More

Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) as the large harbor tug TUSKEGEE (YTB-806) escorts the vessel down the north channel in preparation for assisting it with docking. The Army vehicle landing ship CM3 HAROLD C. CLINGER (LSV-2) is in the background. The RANGER is stopping off at Pearl Harbor while en route to its home port after returning from deployment in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Bos R... More

The guided missile cruiser USS VALLEY FORGE (CG-50) departs from the naval station following a visit. The VALLEY FORGE is en route to its home port of Naval Station, San Diego, Calif., after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm.

The guided missile cruiser USS VALLEY FORGE (CG-50) departs from the n...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene C... More

Family and friends of crew members aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) display banners welcoming their loved ones home as the RANGER arrives in port. The vessel is returning to Naval Station, North Island following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

Family and friends of crew members aboard the aircraft carrier USS RAN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: San Diego State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Paul S... More

An air-to-air rear view of a Fighter Squadron 41 (VF-41) F-14A Tomcat aircraft, foreground, and other aircraft flying toward the Virginia coast as the squadrons of Carrier Air Wing 8 (CVW-8) return to their home bases after a deployment aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71). During that deployment, CVW-8 and the ROOSEVELT took part in Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm and Provide Comfort.

An air-to-air rear view of a Fighter Squadron 41 (VF-41) F-14A Tomcat ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Atlantic Ocean(AOC) Scene Camera Operator: LT. Parsons Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Crew members man the rails aboard the miscellaneous flagship USS CORONADO (AGF-11) as commercial harbor tugs maneuver the vessel toward port at Naval Air Station, North Island. The CORONADO, flagship for Commander, Third Fleet, is entering its new home port after being stationed in Hawaii for almost 20 years

Crew members man the rails aboard the miscellaneous flagship USS CORON...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Diego State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PHC Bruce Wallace Release Status: Released to Pub... More

An officer leads his guests up to the gangplank onto the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) following the ship's arrival at its new home port. The INDEPENDENCE is relieving the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV-41) as the Navy's forward-based aircraft carrier

An officer leads his guests up to the gangplank onto the aircraft carr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Station, Yokosuka Country: Japan(JPN) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Melvin Lempiainen Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Ser... More

An SH-2F Seasprite helicopter flies over the destroyer USS O'BANNON (DD-987), left, and the frigate USS AYLWIN (FF-1081) as the ships sail alongside one another before heading for their respective home ports. They are returning home after taking part in Unitas XXXII, a combined exercise involving the naval forces of the United States and eight South American nations

An SH-2F Seasprite helicopter flies over the destroyer USS O'BANNON (D...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 John Bivera Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A starboard bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS SHILOH (CG-67) as the vessel arrives in its new home port

A starboard bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS SHILOH (CG-67) ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PHCM Terry Mitchell Release S... More

Family and friends wait for crewmen from the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) to come ashore. This is the last time the KENNEDY will return to Norfolk before moving to its new home port of Mayport, Fla

Family and friends wait for crewmen from the aircraft carrier USS JOHN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Steve Ruh Release Status: Rel... More

Machinist's Mate 1ST Class Gary Church holds his two daughters after coming ashore from the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67). This is the last time the KENNEDY will return to Norfolk before moving to its new home port of Mayport, Fla

Machinist's Mate 1ST Class Gary Church holds his two daughters after c...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Steve Ruh Release Status: Rel... More

Sailors watch as the aircraft carrier USS CONSTELLATION (CV-64) makes its way towards its berth at the air station. The carrier is returning to its home port after a 32-month service life extension program (SLEP) overhaul at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard and a 55-day cruise around South America

Sailors watch as the aircraft carrier USS CONSTELLATION (CV-64) makes ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, North Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 M. C. Farrington Relea... More

A port side view of a US Navy F-14 (Tomcat) from Fighter Squadron 31 (VF-31), parked on the flight line as a second aircraft is being marshaled in, at their new home Naval Air Station Oceana, VA. (VF-31) moved from Naval Air Station Miramar, San Diego, CA, following decisions made under the base closure and realignment initiative

A port side view of a US Navy F-14 (Tomcat) from Fighter Squadron 31 (...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: P03 Leland Comer Release Status: R... More

US Navy Radioman 2nd Class Adam Firth makes a cell phone call home to his wife while aboard USS REUBEN JAMES (FFG 57) in Valparaiso, Chile as Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 kicks off

US Navy Radioman 2nd Class Adam Firth makes a cell phone call home to ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Base: USS Reuben James (FFG 57) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Chris Desmond, USN Release Status: Released to ... More

Port side view of the Henry J. Kaiser Class, Oiler, Military Sealift Command (MSC), USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196) returning to her home port following the passage of Hurricane Floyd along the east coast

Port side view of the Henry J. Kaiser Class, Oiler, Military Sealift C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Don S. Montgomery, USN (Ret) Rele... More

Norfolk sailor's along with friends and relatives gather on a roof top to welcome home the returning sailor's from the Arleigh Burke Class guided missile destroyer USS COLE (DDG 67)

Norfolk sailor's along with friends and relatives gather on a roof top...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Leland Comer, USN Release Sta... More

A high extreme wide angle view showing the crowd gathered inside a hangar at Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island, Washington (WA), to welcome home the crewmembers from the US Navy (USN) EP-3 ARIES II aircraft involved in the accident with a Chinese F-8 aircraft

A high extreme wide angle view showing the crowd gathered inside a han...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: VALIANT RETURN Base: Naval Air Station Whidbey Island State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

Shot of the flight deck, with E-2C Hawkeye, S-3B Viking and F/A-18 Hornet aircraft, as USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75) passes through the Strait of Gibralter while leaving the Mediterranean Sea to begin its transit home across the Atlantic Ocean

Shot of the flight deck, with E-2C Hawkeye, S-3B Viking and F/A-18 Hor...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Jorge L. Mendez, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital ... More

Two Students from the Princess Victoria Ka'iulani Elementary School present US Navy (USN) Commander (CDR) Michael Jabaley (second from left), Commanding Officer, of the LOS ANGELES CLASS: Attack Submarine USS LOUISVILLE (SSN 724) with a group photo of the school's students, as the ship returns to its home port at Naval Base Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (HI), following an 8-month deployment in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. The USS Louisville and the school are Partners in Education in which the Sailors tutor and mentor the students

Two Students from the Princess Victoria Ka'iulani Elementary School pr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Adan Fabela Iii, USN Release Status: Released... More

US Navy (USN) Lieutenant (LT) Robert Matthews, Branch Medical Clinic, Combat Service Support Detachment 16 (CSSD-16), holds his daughter, Marley, after returning home at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, Arizona (AZ), following a recent deployment in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM

US Navy (USN) Lieutenant (LT) Robert Matthews, Branch Medical Clinic, ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Yuma State: Arizona (AZ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: H&HS Scene ... More

The US Navy (USN) Wasp Class Amphibious Assault Ship USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6) pulls into San Diego Harbor on her way to her berth at Naval Station San Diego with her Sailors manning the rails. BONHOMME RICHARD is part of the seven-ship Amphibious Task Force West (ATF-W), returning home after supporting US and coalition forces during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM

The US Navy (USN) Wasp Class Amphibious Assault Ship USS BONHOMME RICH...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PHC Mahlon K. Miller, Usn Release Status: Releas... More

US Air Force (USAF) and US Navy (USN) aircraft assigned to the 366th Fighter Wing (FW) at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, in flight over the Base. Pictured foreground-to-background is an F-16CJ Fighting Falcon from the 389th Fighter Squadron (FS); an F-15E Strike Eagle from the 391st FS; an F-15C Eagle from the 390th FS; and a EA-6B Prowler from the 366th Operations Group (OG), DET 1, Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island, Washington (WA). Shown here are the wing and squadron flagship aircraft

US Air Force (USAF) and US Navy (USN) aircraft assigned to the 366th F...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Mountain Home Air Force Base State: Idaho (ID) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Tsgt Debbie Hernandez, USAF Releas... More

US Navy (USN) Electronics Technician Second Class (ET2) Dean Adams, attached to Submarine Squadron 15, aboard the USN Los Angeles Class Attack Submarine, USS SAN FRANCISCO (SSN 711), embraces his wife after returning home at Santa Rita, Guam, from a five-month deployment

US Navy (USN) Electronics Technician Second Class (ET2) Dean Adams, at...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Santa Rita State: Guam (GU) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2(Aw) Nathanael T. Miller, USN Release Status: Rele... More

The US Navy (USN) Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer USS BULKELEY (DDG 84) (foreground) and the USN Ticonderoga Class Cruiser USS SAN JACINTO (CG 56) moored at Naval Station (NS) Norfolk, Virginia. BULKELEY adorned with a Hawaiian Lei after returning home from deployment with Carrier Strike Group (CSG) in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM

The US Navy (USN) Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer USS BULKELEY (DDG 84) ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Daniel J. Mclain, Usn Release Status: Released t... More

Royal Australian Navy (RAN) deck department Sailors, aboard the Long Range Escort Frigate Her Majestys Australian Ship (HMAS) ADELAIDE (FFG 01), make fal preparations before pullg alongside the Sacramento Class Fast Combat Support Ship USS SEATTLE (AOE 3) (center) and the Wasp Class Amphibious Assault Ship USS ESSEX (LHD 2) (left) durg a Vertical Replenishment (VERTREP) operation the Northern Persian Gulf. A US Navy (USN) MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter, Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 8 (HC-8), Dragon Whales, Naval Air Station (NAS) Norfolk, Virgia (VA), shuttles between the ships. The ADELAIDE, home ported Garden Island, Western Australia, is conductg jot operations...

Royal Australian Navy (RAN) deck department Sailors, aboard the Long R...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Royal Australian Navy (RAN) deck department Sailors, aboard the Long Range Escort Frigate Her Majestys Australian Ship (HMAS) AD... More

US Navy (USN) Admiral (ADM) Michael G. Mullen, Commander, US Naval Forces Europe, speaks to Construction Battalion (SEABEES), assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 4 (NMCI-4), on board Camp Mitchell, Rota, Spain. During a routine visit to Naval Station (NS) Rota, USN ADM Mullen thanked the SEABEES for their hard work, especially in the Iraq area of operations. He also answered questions about the important future role of SEABEES, downsizing of US Naval forces in Europe, uniform changes and the war on terrorism. NMCB-4 is currently finishing a scheduled deployment and is home ported in Port Hueneme, California (CA)

US Navy (USN) Admiral (ADM) Michael G. Mullen, Commander, US Naval For...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Camp Mitchell State: Cadiz Country: Spain (ESP) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Philip Forrest, Usn Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milit... More

An 11-year old Indonesian boy sleeps in a hospital bed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) aboard the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Hospital Ship USNS MERCY (T-AH 19). The boy was found floating in the ocean two days after the Tsunami struck his home of Banda Aceh on the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. Shortly after MERCY arrived on station off the coast, the boy was flown to the ship to receive treatment for an acute case of aspiration pneumonia. He is expected to make a full recovery. The MERCY is currently off the waters of Indonesia in support of Operation UNIFIED ASSISTANCE the humanitarian relief effort to aid the victims of the Tsunami that struck Southeast Asia on December 26, 2004

An 11-year old Indonesian boy sleeps in a hospital bed in the Intensiv...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Usns Mercy (T-AH 19) Country: Indian Ocean (IOC) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Joshua Smith, Usn Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

US Navy (USN) Sailors, Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group (ELSG), deplane a commercial aircraft at the Air Mobility Command (AMC) Terminal at Naval Station (NS) Norfolk, Virginia (VA), as they return home after completing their regularly scheduled deployment to conduct port vessel operations in Kuwait, during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM in support of the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT)

US Navy (USN) Sailors, Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group (ELS...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Michael Starkey, Usn Release Sta... More

US Navy (USN) Culinary SPECIALIST 3rd Class (CS3) Melissa Kalb prepares dessert for a catered reception in honor of retiring Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) Vice Admiral (VADM) Eiishi Nakashima in the home of Commander US Naval Forces Japan (USNAVJN) Rear Admiral (RADM) James D. Kelly at Commander Fleet Activities (CFA), Yokosuka, Japan (JPN)

US Navy (USN) Culinary SPECIALIST 3rd Class (CS3) Melissa Kalb prepare...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Hospital, Yokosuka Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Camera Operator: PH3(Aw) Yesenia Rosas, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milit... More

US Navy (USN) Sailors from Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group (NAVELSG) return home to Naval Station (NS) Norfolk. Nearly 260 members of NAVELSG returned to Norfolk after deploying to provide combat service support through logistics port operations in Kuwait and air cargo handling operations in Iraq in support of the global war on terrorism (GWOT)

US Navy (USN) Sailors from Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Mandy Mclaurin, USN Release Stat... More

The Sultan of Tadjoura The Honorable Abdoulaker Moumat Houmed (center), greets US Navy (USN) personnel assigned to the Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa (CJTF HOA), during an invited visit to his home in Bankouale, Djibouti. CJTF HOA personnel are the first Americans to meet with the tribal leader of the Afar people a nomadic group of tribes who live in Djibouti, Eritrea and Ethiopia

The Sultan of Tadjoura The Honorable Abdoulaker Moumat Houmed (center)...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Bankouale Country: Djibouti (DJI) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Roger S. Duncan, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Di... More

The Sultan of Tadjoura The Honorable Abdoulaker Moumat Houmed (foreground left), is host to US Navy (USN) Rear Admiral (RADM) Richard W. Hunt (foreground right), Commander, Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa (CJTF HOA), during a visit to his home in Bankouale, Djibouti. RADM Hunt is the first American to meet with the tribal leader of the Afar people a nomadic group of tribes who live in Djibouti, Eritrea and Ethiopia

The Sultan of Tadjoura The Honorable Abdoulaker Moumat Houmed (foregro...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Bankouale Country: Djibouti (DJI) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Roger S. Duncan, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Di... More

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