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Crew members aboard the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20) secure a distance line in preparation for underway replenishment between the COMFORT and the Canadian operational support ship HMCS PROTECTEUR (AOR-509). The vessels are deployed to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

Crew members aboard the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20) secure a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Joe Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military S... More

An officer instructs medical personnel aboard the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20) while the vessel is deployed to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

An officer instructs medical personnel aboard the hospital ship USNS C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Joe Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military S... More

A nurse records information on a chart aboard the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20). The vessel is deployed to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

A nurse records information on a chart aboard the hospital ship USNS C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Joe Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military S... More

CAPT. G.B. McEwen, right, commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS TRIPOLI (LPH-10), and an assistant examine the damage caused to the ship's hull by an Iraqi mine. The TRIPOLI struck the mine on February 18 while serving as a mine-clearing platform in the northern Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. The ship was able to continue operations after damage control crews stopped the flooding caused by the explosion

CAPT. G.B. McEwen, right, commanding officer of the amphibious assault...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Bahrain (BHR) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

A plane director takes a break aboard the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20) while the vessel is deployed to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

A plane director takes a break aboard the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Joe Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military S... More

A Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 1 (HC-1) CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter prepares to land aboard the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20) while the vessel is deployed to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

A Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 1 (HC-1) CH-53E Super Stallion he...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Joe Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military S... More

Navy personnel inspect damage to the hull of the amphibious assault ship USS TRIPOLI (LPH-10) as the vessel sits in dry dock awaiting repairs. The damage was inflicted by an Iraqi mine that the ship struck while serving as a mine-clearing platform in the northern Persian Gulf on February 18 during Operation Desert Storm. The TRIPOLI was able to continue operations after damage control crews stopped the flooding caused by the explosion

Navy personnel inspect damage to the hull of the amphibious assault sh...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Bahrain(BHR) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military ... More

The amphibious assault ship USS TRIPOLI (LPH-10) lies in dry dock for repairs to a hole in its starboard bow caused by an Iraqi mine. The TRIPOLI struck the mine on February 18 while serving as a mine-clearing platform in the northern Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. The ship was able to continue operations after damage control crews stopped the flooding caused by the explosion

The amphibious assault ship USS TRIPOLI (LPH-10) lies in dry dock for ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Bahrain (BHR) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

CAPT. G. B. McEwen, commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS TRIPOLI (LPH-10), watches as water pours from the damaged hull as the vessel stands in dry dock for repairs. The damage was inflicted by an Iraqi mine that the ship struck while serving as mine-clearing platform in the northern Persian Gulf on February 18 during Operation Desert Storm. The TRIPOLI was able to continue operations after damage control crews stopped the flooding caused by the explosion

CAPT. G. B. McEwen, commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Bahrain(BHR) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military ... More

A close-up view of a crack in the superstructure of the Aegis-guided missile cruiser USS PRINCETON (CG-59), part of the damage sustained when the vessel struck an Iraqi mine while on patrol in the Persian Gulf on February 18th in support of Operation Desert Storm. The incident resulted in the injury of three crew members and also inflicted propeller damage on the ship, however, the Princeton was still able to navigate and operate its weapons systems

A close-up view of a crack in the superstructure of the Aegis-guided m...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Bahrain (BHR) Scene Camera Operator: Cw02 Bailey Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military S... More

A security guard maintains his post near the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS PRINCETON (CG-59), moored to a pier upon its return to port after being damaged by an Iraqi mine during Operation Desert Storm. The PRINCETON was on patrol in the Persian Gulf on February 18th when the incident occurred, resulting in the injury of three crew members. The vessel suffered propeller and hull damage, but was still able to navigate and operate its weapons systems

A security guard maintains his post near the Aegis guided missile crui...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Bahrain (BHR) Scene Camera Operator: Cw02 Bailey Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military S... More

MAJ. GEN. Gene Deegan, vice director of the Joint Chiefs of STAFF Committee, and his wife, Nancy, are reunited with their daughter, ENSIGN Elizabeth Deegan, at a homecoming party at the Bethesda Naval Medical Center. The celebration is being held in honor of the crew members of the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20) who served in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

MAJ. GEN. Gene Deegan, vice director of the Joint Chiefs of STAFF Comm...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Bethesda State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Mark Faram ... More

An SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter idles on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS NEW ORLEANS (LPH-11) as it waits for takeoff clearance. The NEW ORLEANS is serving as a platform for mine-clearing operations in the gulf following Operation Desert Storm. The command ship USS LA SALLE (AGF-3) lies at anchor in the background

An SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter idles on the flight deck of the amphibio...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Joe Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milit... More

A boatswain's mate stands watch aboard the amphibious assault ship USS NEW ORLEANS (LPH-11). The NEW ORLEANS is serving as a platform for mine-clearing operations in the gulf following Operation Desert Storm

A boatswain's mate stands watch aboard the amphibious assault ship USS...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Joe Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milit... More

A flight deck crewman aboard the amphibious assault ship USS NEW ORLEANS (LPH-11) stands ready with a fire extinguisher as the ship's UH-1N Iroquois helicopter starts up its engines. The NEW ORLEANS is serving as a platform for mine-clearing operations in the gulf following Operation Desert Storm

A flight deck crewman aboard the amphibious assault ship USS NEW ORLEA...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Joe Gawlowicz Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milit... More

The pilot of a 23rd Tactical Fighter Wing A-10A Thunderbolt II aircraft smiles from the cockpit upon arriving at the station. The aircraft is en route to the United States after being deployed in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. Symbols on the plane's fuselage indicate the number and types of Iraqi equipment destroyed during the aircraft's bombing missions

The pilot of a 23rd Tactical Fighter Wing A-10A Thunderbolt II aircraf...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Sigonella State: Sicily Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Cinelli Rele... More

A chief petty officer from the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) holds his daughter as he talks to a member of the media. The SYLVANIA has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer from the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2)...

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

A petty officer assigned to the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) embraces a loved one upon the ship's return to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A petty officer assigned to the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2...

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

Two sailors sit on the fantail aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) as the ship steams toward Naval Station, Charleston, S.C. The NICHOLAS is returning to Charleston following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Two sailors sit on the fantail aboard the guided missile frigate USS N...

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

Sailors aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) decorate the ship as it nears its home port at Naval Station, Charleston, S.C. The NICHOLAS left Charleston on September 21, 1990, for the Persian Gulf, where it served in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Sailors aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) decora...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Charleston Harbor State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

CHIEF of Naval Operations Adm. Frank B. Kelso II administers the oath of enlistment to a re-enlisting petty officer on the bridge of the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39). Kelso is visiting the MACDONOUGH as the ship nears 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 administers the oath ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Johnny Bivera Release Status: Released to ... More

The large harbor tug NATCHITOCHES (YTB-799) heads across the harbor with reporters and cameramen aboard. The media personnel are covering the return of the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) and the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) to Naval Station, Charleston, S.C. The two ships left Charleston on September 21, 1990, for the Persian Gulf, where they served in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The large harbor tug NATCHITOCHES (YTB-799) heads across the harbor wi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Charleston Harbor State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

Family members and friends gathered to meet the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) and the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47). The ships are returning to Charleston following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Family members and friends gathered to meet the guided missile destroy...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Base, Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Sc... More

Family members and friends gathered to meet the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) and the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47). The ships are returning to Charleston following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Family members and friends gathered to meet the guided missile destroy...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Base, Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Sc... More

A crew member from the destroyer tender USS YELLOWSTONE (AD-41) kisses his son upon returning home from deployment in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

A crew member from the destroyer tender USS YELLOWSTONE (AD-41) kisses...

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

A toy bear sports a ship's cap from the frigate USS MARVIN SHIELDS (FF-1066) as its owner celebrates the vessel's return from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

A toy bear sports a ship's cap from the frigate USS MARVIN SHIELDS (FF...

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

F-14A tomcat aircraft from Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) fly in formation as they arrive over the air station. The fighter and medium attack squadrons of CVW-3 are returning to Oceana following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

F-14A tomcat aircraft from Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) fly in formation...

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

An aviator from Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) embraces his wife upon his arrival at the air station. Military personnel from CVW-3 and CVW-17 are returning home after serving in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

An aviator from Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) embraces his wife upon his ...

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

LT. CMDR. Gene Miller and CMDR. Tom Deppe, Fighter Squadron 32 (V F-32), are welcomed by CAPT. Lawrence W. Urbik, commanding officer of NAS, Oceana, as members of Carrier Air Wing 3 and Carrier Air Wing 17 are returning home after serving in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

LT. CMDR. Gene Miller and CMDR. Tom Deppe, Fighter Squadron 32 (V F-32...

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

An aviator of Fighter Squadron 14 (VF-14) is reunited with his family following his return to the air station from the Persian Gulf along with other members of Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17) and Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3). The U.S. Navy personnel had been deployed to the Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

An aviator of Fighter Squadron 14 (VF-14) is reunited with his family ...

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

An aviator and his family pose for a photograph in front of an F-14A Tomcat aircraft following their reunion at the air station. Members of Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17) and Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) have returned to NAS Oceana from the Persian Gulf where they were deployed during Operation Desert Storm

An aviator and his family pose for a photograph in front of an F-14A T...

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

A naval aviator from Fighter Squadron 74 (VF-74) shows his son around an F-14A Tomcat aircraft after the squadron's arrival at the air station. VF-74 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A naval aviator from Fighter Squadron 74 (VF-74) shows his son around ...

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

A member of Fighter Squadron 32 (VF-32) holds his child following his return from the Persian Gulf. VF-32 personnel are among the members of Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) and Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17) who are being honored for their participation in Operation Desert Storm during homecoming ceremonies at the air station

A member of Fighter Squadron 32 (VF-32) holds his child following his ...

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

Several Attack Squadron 35 (VA-35) flight crews gather near the tails of their A-6E Intruder aircraft as they wait for the squadron's remaining aircraft to taxi into place on the flight line. VA-35 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Several Attack Squadron 35 (VA-35) flight crews gather near the tails ...

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

A-6E Intruder aircraft take part in a flyover as planes of Carrier Air Wing 3 CVW-3) and CVW-17 arrive at the station. The aircraft are returning to Oceana following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

A-6E Intruder aircraft take part in a flyover as planes of Carrier Air...

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

A pilot is reunited with his wife following his arrival on base along with other members of Carrier Air Wing 3 and Carrier Air Wing 17. The military personnel have returned home after serving in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

A pilot is reunited with his wife following his arrival on base along ...

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

A squadron of F-14A Tomcat aircraft conducts a flyover as they arrive along with other units of Carrier Air Wing 3 and Carrier Air Wing 17. Wing personnel are returning home after serving in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

A squadron of F-14A Tomcat aircraft conducts a flyover as they arrive ...

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

Students from a local elementary school hold up a sign of welcome as they wait for the arrival of the fighter and medium attack squadrons of Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) and Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17), which are returning to Oceana following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. CVW-3 and CVW-17 were deployed aboard the aircraft carriers USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) and USS SARATOGA (CV-60), respectively

Students from a local elementary school hold up a sign of welcome as t...

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

Family and friends crowd around a crane as they wait for crewmen to come ashore from the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60). The SARATOGA Is returning from the Persian Gulf after participating in Operation Desert Storm

Family and friends crowd around a crane as they wait for crewmen to co...

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

The son of a sailor holds a flag and a sign as he waits on the pier for the arrival of their father. Eight ships are returning to Norfolk today following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The son of a sailor holds a flag and a sign as he waits on the pier fo...

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

An officer is reunited with a loved one following his arrival at the station. Ships of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group are returning to Norfolk following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

An officer is reunited with a loved one following his arrival at the s...

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

The American flag flies aboard a PB Mark III patrol boat as the vessel travels near the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS SOUTH CAROLINA (CGN-37). The cruiser is returning to port from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

The American flag flies aboard a PB Mark III patrol boat as the vessel...

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

Sailors man the rails aboard the guided missile cruiser USS PHILIPPINE SEA (CG-58) as the ship is maneuvered toward the pier by a large harbor tug. The vessel is one of five ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group returning to Mayport following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

Sailors man the rails aboard the guided missile cruiser USS PHILIPPINE...

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

A petty officer is reunited with a loved one aboard the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS MISSISSIPPI (CGN-40). The MISSISSIPPI has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A petty officer is reunited with a loved one aboard the nuclear-powere...

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

An A-6E Intruder aircraft armed with AIM-7 Sparrow missiles stands on the flight line after arriving at the station. Members of Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) and CVW-27 are returning to NAS Oceana after serving in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

An A-6E Intruder aircraft armed with AIM-7 Sparrow missiles stands on ...

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

The crew of the guided missile frigate USS SAMUEL B. ROBERTS (FFG-58) mans the rails as the ship returns to Newport following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The crew of the guided missile frigate USS SAMUEL B. ROBERTS (FFG-58) ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Newport State: Rhode Island (RI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

A port bow view of the frigate USS THOMAS C. HART (FF-1092) with sailors manning the rails as the vessel returns to port from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

A port bow view of the frigate USS THOMAS C. HART (FF-1092) with sailo...

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

A chief petty officer stands near a Destroyer Squadron 12 sign hung aboard the guided missile destroyer USS SAMPSON (DDG-10) as the ship arrives in port. The SAMPSON has returned to Mayport today after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer stands near a Destroyer Squadron 12 sign hung ab...

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

A commercial tug boat accompanies the guided missile destroyer USS SAMPSON (DDG-10) as the ship arrives at the natal station. The SAMPSON and other ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are returning to Mayport after being deployed in the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A commercial tug boat accompanies the guided missile destroyer USS SAM...

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

A sailor from the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS MISSISSIPPI (CGN-40) is reunited with a loved one following the vessel's arrival in port. Ships of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group are returning to Norfolk following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

A sailor from the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS MISSISSIP...

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

A petty officer embraces his wife as they are reunited aboard the frigate USS ELMER MONTGOMERY (FF-1082). The ELMER MONTGOMERY has returned to Mayport after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A petty officer embraces his wife as they are reunited aboard the frig...

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

Family members and friends stand behind a line of sailors as they wait for the arrival of one of the eight ships returning to the naval station today. The aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) and seven ships of the KENNEDY and aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle groups are returning to Norfolk following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Family members and friends stand behind a line of sailors as they wait...

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

The wife of a sailor smiles as her son points out the arrival of the ship carrying his father. Eight ships are returning to Norfolk today after their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The wife of a sailor smiles as her son points out the arrival of the s...

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

As the large harbor tug MENOMINEE (YTB-790) moves the ship into place, line handlers haul in on a messenger line to bring mooring line from the guided missile cruiser USS SAN JACINTO (CG-56) onto the pier. The JACINTO has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

As the large harbor tug MENOMINEE (YTB-790) moves the ship into place,...

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

Crew members line the rails of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) following the vessel's arrival in port. The WISCONSIN, along with other ships of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group, has returned from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

Crew members line the rails of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) fo...

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

Crew members aboard the guided missile cruiser USS BIDDLE (CG-34) stand near a representation of the number of merchant ships that were boarded and searched by the BIDDLE's crew during the ship's participation in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. The BIDDLE and seven other ships are returning to Norfolk today after their deployment to the Persian Gulf region

Crew members aboard the guided missile cruiser USS BIDDLE (CG-34) stan...

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

Family members and friends look for their loved ones as ships of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group return to Norfolk following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

Family members and friends look for their loved ones as ships of the a...

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

A sailor embraces his wife aboard his ship as the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) arrives in the background. The KENNEDY and seven ships of its battle group and the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are returning to Norfolk following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A sailor embraces his wife aboard his ship as the aircraft carrier USS...

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

Crew members man the rails aboard the guided missile destroyer USS SAMPSON (DDG-10) as the ship returns to Mayport after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crew members man the rails aboard the guided missile destroyer USS SAM...

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

Crew members stand at the railing and in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) as they wait for the ship to anchor in port. The vessel has just returned from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

Crew members stand at the railing and in the hangar bay aboard the air...

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

A senior chief petty officer assigned to the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) is greeted by his wife at the bottom of the accommodation ladder upon his arrival at the naval station. The SARATOGA has returned to Mayport following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A senior chief petty officer assigned to the aircraft carrier USS SARA...

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 Came... More

A costumed juggler entertains the crowd waiting for the arrival of a ship returning from the Persian Gulf region. Five ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are coming home to Mayport today after serving in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A costumed juggler entertains the crowd waiting for the arrival of a s...

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

The wives of two members of Light Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron 46 (HSL-46) wait to welcome their husbands home. HSL-46 is returning to its home field after being deployed in the Persian Gulf region aboard the guided missile cruiser USS PHILIPPINE SEA (CG-58) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The wives of two members of Light Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron 4...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: Naval Air Station, Jacksonville State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

A clown entertains some of the children in a crowd that has gathered on a pier to wait for the arrival of one of the ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group. The battle group is returning to Mayport after being deployed in the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A clown entertains some of the children in a crowd that has gathered o...

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

Flight deck crewmen aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) gather up hoisting slings to return them to the replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3) following a vertical replenishment. The ships are on station in the Persian Gulf region following Operation Desert Storm

Flight deck crewmen aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) gat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Arabian Sea Scene Camera Operator: JO1(Sw) Gregg L. Snaza Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

With family members standing by, Command MASTER CHIEF George Jones from the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) is interviewed by a member of the media after the ship's return to Norfolk. The vessel is returning to Norfolk following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

With family members standing by, Command MASTER CHIEF George Jones fro...

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

A sailor from the replenishment oiler USS KALAMAZOO (AOR-6) is reunited with his family upon his arrival in port. The oiler has returned to Norfolk from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

A sailor from the replenishment oiler USS KALAMAZOO (AOR-6) is reunite...

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

The driver of an LAV-25 light armored vehicle from Company D, 2nd Light Armored Infantry Battalion, brings the vehicle ashore at Onslow Beach. The 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade's (4th MEB's) ground units are coming ashore at Onslow Beach after disembarking from the amphibious ships on which they were deployed in the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The driver of an LAV-25 light armored vehicle from Company D, 2nd Ligh...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene ... More

A maintenance crewman works on an assembly from an aircraft on the hangar deck of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61). The RANGER is on station in the Persian Gulf region following Operation Desert Storm

A maintenance crewman works on an assembly from an aircraft on the han...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: USS Ranger(CV 61) Scene Camera Operator: JO1(Sw) Gregg L. Snaza Release Status: Released to Public Combine... More

A Marine of the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) is reunited with his wife upon his return to the base. The 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade's (4th MEB's) ground units are coming ashore at Onslow Beach after disembarking from the amphibious ships on which they were deployed in the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A Marine of the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) is reunited...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene ... More

The replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3) steams alongside the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) as two Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 11 (HC-11) HH-46D Sea Knight helicopters carry supplies between the ships during an underway replenishment. The RANGER and its battle group are on station in the Persian Gulf region following Operation Desert Storm

The replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3) steams alongside the a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: JO1(Sw) Gregg Snaza Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

Flight deck crewmen arrange hoisting slings and unload cargo nets aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) during a vertical replenishment. The RANGER and its battle group are on station in the Persian Gulf region following Operation Desert Storm. A Fighter Squadron 1 (VF-1) F-14A Tomcat aircraft is in the background

Flight deck crewmen arrange hoisting slings and unload cargo nets aboa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: JO1(Sw) Gregg Snaza Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

An HH-46D Sea Knight helicopter from Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 11 (HC-11) carries a load of supplies from the replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3) to the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) as another Sea Knight comes in to pick up a load. The ships are on station in the Persian Gulf region following Operation Desert Storm

An HH-46D Sea Knight helicopter from Helicopter Combat Support Squadro...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: JO1 Snaza Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service D... More

Sailors aboard the replenishment oiler USS KALAMAZOO (AOR-6) look for their loved ones as the ship is tied up at the pier. The oiler has returned to Norfolk from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

Sailors aboard the replenishment oiler USS KALAMAZOO (AOR-6) look for ...

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

A utility landing craft loaded with Marines backs out of the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA-4) as the ship lies at anchor off the coast of North Carolina. The Marines are departing the NASSAU after being deployed aboard the ship for nearly eight months. During that time, the sailors and Marines of the NASSAU were involved in Operation Sharp Edge in Liberia and Operation Desert Storm in the Persian Gulf region

A utility landing craft loaded with Marines backs out of the well deck...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMSHARP EDGE Base: Onslow Bay State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

Line handlers stand by aboard the amphibious transport dock USS RALEIGH (LPD-1) as a commercial tug moves the ship closer to the pier. The Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) that were deployed aboard the RALEIGH in the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm will disembark at Morehead City to return to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C

Line handlers stand by aboard the amphibious transport dock USS RALEIG...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: Morehead City State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camer... More

A Marine from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) sits on a seabag on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) following the ship's arrival at the pier. The Marines, who were deployed aboard the IWO JIMA in the Persian Gulf for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, will disembark at Morehead City to return to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C

A Marine from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) sits on a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: Morehead City State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camer... More

The large harbor tug SANTAQUIN (YTB-824) moves the tank landing ship USS MANITOWOC (LST-1180) into its place at the pier beside the Naval Reserve Force (NRF) tank landing ship USS BOULDER (LST-1190). The MANITOWOC has returned to Little Creek following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The large harbor tug SANTAQUIN (YTB-824) moves the tank landing ship U...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

A Marine pauses on the brow leading off of the amphibious assault ship USS OKINAWA (LPH-3) to shout to a friend on the pier. The OKINAWA has returned to San Diego following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A Marine pauses on the brow leading off of the amphibious assault ship...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

The large harbor tug SANTAQUIN (YTB-824) helps move the tank landing ship USS MANITOWOC (LST-1180) into its place at the pier. The MANITOWOC has returned to Little Creek following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The large harbor tug SANTAQUIN (YTB-824) helps move the tank landing s...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

Sailors man the rails aboard the tank landing ship USS MANITOWOC (LST-1180) as the ship ties up at the pier. The MANITOWOC has returned to Little Creek following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Sailors man the rails aboard the tank landing ship USS MANITOWOC (LST-...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

Crew members work near the bow of their large harbor tug as the boat assists a tank landing ship to the pier. Five amphibious ships are returning to Little Creek today following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crew members work near the bow of their large harbor tug as the boat a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

A sailor aboard the tank landing ship USS SPARTANBURG COUNTY (LST-1192) wraps a mooring line around a bitt after the ship's arrival at the pier. The SPARTANBURG COUNTY has returned to Little Creek following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A sailor aboard the tank landing ship USS SPARTANBURG COUNTY (LST-1192...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

An aerial view of a portion of the air station. On and between the runways are the shadows of F-14A Tomcat aircraft and A-6E Intruder aircraft from Carrier Air Wing (CVW-1). The aircraft are returning to Oceana after their deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

An aerial view of a portion of the air station. On and between the run...

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

The crew of the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) crowds onto its starboard side to look out over the people gathered on the pier to welcome the ship home. The AMERICA is returning to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The crew of the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) crowds onto its s...

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

Crew members man the rails and stand in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66). The AMERICA has just returned to Norfolk following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. F/A-18 Hornet aircraft, flown by the Navy-Marine Corps flight demonstration team the Blue Angels, are conducting a flyover in the background

Crew members man the rails and stand in the hangar bay of the aircraft...

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

A port bow view of the replenishment oiler USS KALAMAZOO (AOR-6) underway as it approaches Naval Station, Norfolk, Va. The KALAMAZOO is returning to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A port bow view of the replenishment oiler USS KALAMAZOO (AOR-6) under...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD/DESERT STORM Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

A port bow view of the replenishment oiler USS KALAMAZOO (AOR-6) underway as it approaches Naval Station, Norfolk, Va. The KALAMAZAOO is returning to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A port bow view of the replenishment oiler USS KALAMAZOO (AOR-6) under...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Ca... More

The families and friends of sailors assigned to the dock landing ship USS PORTLAND (LSD-37) stand in the rain as they wait to welcome the ship home. The PORTLAND is returning to Little Creek following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The families and friends of sailors assigned to the dock landing ship ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

The sister and mother of a sailor assigned to the dock landing ship USS PORTLAND (LSD-37) stand in the rain as they wait to welcome the ship home. The PORTLAND is returning to Little Creek following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The sister and mother of a sailor assigned to the dock landing ship US...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

Crewmen from the destroyer tender USS ACADIA (AD-42), some accompanied by family members or friends, disembark from the ship following its return to San Diego. The ACADIA is returning to San Diego following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crewmen from the destroyer tender USS ACADIA (AD-42), some accompanied...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

Members of the news media interview the commanding officer of the destroyer tender USS ACADIA (AD-42) following the ship's return from its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Members of the news media interview the commanding officer of the dest...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

A sailor assigned to the destroyer tender USS ACADIA (AD-42) is reunited with his wife and child after disembarking from the ship. The ACADIA has returned to San Diego following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A sailor assigned to the destroyer tender USS ACADIA (AD-42) is reunit...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

Crew members man the rails aboard the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) as the ship heads for the open ocean after departing from Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. 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

The Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force coastal minehunter/sweeper AWASHMA (MSC-670), left, pulls up to the pier behind the minesweeper support ship HAYASE (MST-462). Three Japanese minesweepers and two support ships are stopping in the Philippines while en route to Kuwait to assist in the multinational effort to clear Iraqi mines from the Persian Gulf following Operation Desert Storm

The Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force coastal minehunter/sweeper AW...

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: PHC Chet King Re... More

The Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force coastal minehunter/sweeper SAKUSHIMA (MSC-671), background, station. Three Japanese minesweepers and two support ships are stopping in the Philippines while en route to Kuwait to assist in the multinational effort to clear Iraqi mines from the Persian Gulf following Operation Desert Storm

The Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force coastal minehunter/sweeper SA...

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: PHC Chet King Re... More

Vice President J. Danforth Quayle speaks to the crowd during his visit to the base. The vice president is at Eielson to express his appreciation to airmen who served in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

Vice President J. Danforth Quayle speaks to the crowd during his visit...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Eielson Air Force Base State: Alaska(AK) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene Camera Operator: SS... More

Troops from Elemendorf Air Force Base disembark from a Military Airlift command C-130 Hercules aircraft as they arrive on base to listen to a speech by Vice President J. Danforth Quayle. The Vice President is visiting Eielson to express his appreciation to airmen who served in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

Troops from Elemendorf Air Force Base disembark from a Military Airlif...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: OPERATION DESERT STORM Base: Eielson Air Force Base State: Alaska(AK) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene Camera Op... More

With its crew manning the rails, the repair ship USS JASON (AR-8) passes beneath the San Diego-Coronado Bridge as the ship approaches its berth at Naval Station, San Diego, Calif. The JASON is returning to San Diego following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

With its crew manning the rails, the repair ship USS JASON (AR-8) pass...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELDDESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

A Navy photographer videotapes the repair ship USS JASON (AR-8) shortly after its arrival from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

A Navy photographer videotapes the repair ship USS JASON (AR-8) shortl...

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

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