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A stern view of the ocean minesweepers USS ILLUSIVE (MSO 448), left, and USS INFLICT (MSO 456) tied up at a pier. The ships are destined for the Persian Gulf to support US Navy escort operations

A stern view of the ocean minesweepers USS ILLUSIVE (MSO 448), left, a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Rota Country: Spain (ESP) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 C. Duvall Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A crew member from the hospital ship USNS MERCY (T-AH-19) rescues a companion playing the role of a drowning victim during a man overboard drill. The MERCY is in the region in support of Operation Desert Shield

A crew member from the hospital ship USNS MERCY (T-AH-19) rescues a co...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH1 R. J. Oriez Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milita... More

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is recovered in a net aboard the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64). The WISCONSIN is deployed in the gulf in support of Operation Desert Shield

A Pioneer remotely piloted vehicle (RPV) is recovered in a net aboard ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH2 J. Carnes Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military... More

A sailor polishes the cap on the muzzle of the Mark 42 5-inch/54-caliber gun aboard the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) as they help prepare the ship for its arrival at Naval Station, Charleston, S.C. The MACDONOUGH will return to Charleston tomorrow following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A sailor polishes the cap on the muzzle of the Mark 42 5-inch/54-calib...

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

Two sailors talk while polishing the top of a windlass aboard the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) as they help prepare the ship for its arrival at Naval Station, Charleston, S.C. The MACDONOUGH will return to Charleston tomorrow following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Two sailors talk while polishing the top of a windlass aboard the guid...

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

A petty officer assigned to the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) embraces his father as they are reunited on the pier. The SARATOGA has returned to Mayport following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A petty officer assigned to the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) ...

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 bow view of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) returning to its home port at Naval Station, Norfolk, after being deployed to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

A bow view of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) returning to its ho...

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

A child naps in his stroller as his family waits for the arrival of a sailor from the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67). The KENNEDY is returning to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A child naps in his stroller as his family waits for the arrival of a ...

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

F/A-18 Hornet aircraft fly in formation as they take part in a flyover in honor of five ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group. The vessels are returning to port following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

F/A-18 Hornet aircraft fly in formation as they take part in a flyover...

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 Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 11 (HC-11) HH-46D Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3) lowers a load of supplies to the flight deck of 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 Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 11 (HC-11) HH-46D Sea Knight heli...

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

Led by LT William Finn, left, their officer in charge, members from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133 (NMCB-133) haul a hose up a dirt embankment to drain the water from a bomb crater in the runway at an Iraqi airfield. The Seabees are repairing the airfield, which had been under construction prior to the start of the Persian Gulf war, to allow relief supplies to be flown in for nearby Kurdish refugees as part of Operation Provide Comfort

Led by LT William Finn, left, their officer in charge, members from Na...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: PROVIDE COMFORT Base: Sirsenk Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Dante Deangelis Release Status: Released to Pub... More

The Attack Squadron 85 (VA-85) A-6E Intruder aircraft on CMDR. Dave Polatty, deputy commander, Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1), arrives at the station. The wing, stationed aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66), has just returned from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

The Attack Squadron 85 (VA-85) A-6E Intruder aircraft on CMDR. Dave Po...

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 garland decorates the bow of the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) and sailors man the rails as the vessel returns to Naval Station, Long Beach, following deployment in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm

A garland decorates the bow of the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) and...

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

A civilian worker inspects the fuze of a 16-inch projectile on the deck of the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63). Ammunition is being offloaded after the ship's return from the Persian Gulf following the cease-fire that ended Operation Desert Storm

A civilian worker inspects the fuze of a 16-inch projectile on the dec...

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

A-7E Corsair II aircraft of Attack Squadron 72 (VA-72) fly in formation as they return to the United States following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. The Corsair at the rear exhibits and camouflage paint scheme and sports the name of the war in which it played a role. Aircraft of VA-72 and VA-46 will be decommissioned following their return home after twenty years of service in Carrier Air Wing 3. Corsairs of both squadrons had been stationed aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67)

A-7E Corsair II aircraft of Attack Squadron 72 (VA-72) fly in formatio...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: CMDR. John Leenhouts Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

Three members of the ship's Marine detachment clean an M-2 .50-caliber machine gun beneath the Mark 7 16-inch/50-caliber guns in the No. 3 turret aboard the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) during Operation Desert Storm

Three members of the ship's Marine detachment clean an M-2 .50-caliber...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PHC(Nac) John Kristoffersen Release Status: Released to Public Com... More

Press briefing on Military investigation of friendly fire incidents during the Persian Gulf War. Principal briefers: Lieutenant General (LGEN) Martin Brandtner, USMC and Colonel (COL) Roger Brown

Press briefing on Military investigation of friendly fire incidents du...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Pentagon State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Pub... More

An air-to-air underside view of a Fighter Squadron 114 (VF-114) F-14A Tomcat aircraft banking to the left during a flight over the Persian Gulf. The Tomcat is armed with AIM-7 Sparrow, AIM-9 Sidewinder and AIM-54 Phoenix air-to-air missiles

An air-to-air underside view of a Fighter Squadron 114 (VF-114) F-14A ...

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

Marines from Alpha Co., 2nd Amphibian Assault Vehicle Bn., 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade, disembark from utility landing craft from the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA-4) during an amphibious beach assault exercise in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Shield

Marines from Alpha Co., 2nd Amphibian Assault Vehicle Bn., 4th Marine ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Ken Mark O'Connell Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mili... More

Marines from Company A, 2nd Amphibian Assault Vehicle Bn., 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade, disembark from LCU-1659, from the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA-4), driving an M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) off the ramp during an amphibious beach assault exercise in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Shield

Marines from Company A, 2nd Amphibian Assault Vehicle Bn., 4th Marine ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Iraq(IRQ) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Ken Mark O'Connell Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mi... More

An air-to-air right side view of a Fighter Squadron 84 (VF-84) F-14A Tomcat aircraft in a vertical climb

An air-to-air right side view of a Fighter Squadron 84 (VF-84) F-14A T...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: TSGT M.D. Lynchard, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

On board the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN 68). Mess SPECIALIST 3rd Class (MS3) Michael Kropiewnicki checks one of the many turkeys prepared for the crew of the NIMITZ during this Thanksgiving holiday. Every effort was made to create a traditional American home cooked feast. The NIMITZ and her air wing are currently deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of UN sanctions against Iraq by patrolling the region under Operation SOUTHERN WATCH, 27 November 1997

On board the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN 68). Mes...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Glenn Cook Iii, USN Release Status: Released to Public C... More

A United States Navy pilot from Fighter Squadron One Zero Two (VF-102) gives his F-14B "Tomcat" a pre flight inspection. The nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) and her embarked Carrier Air Wing One (CVW1) are operating in the Persian Gulf to support UN sanctions against Iraq. Operation Southern Watch, 2 February 1998. (Duplicate image, see also DNSD0003412 or search 980202N2302H003)

A United States Navy pilot from Fighter Squadron One Zero Two (VF-102)...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Joseph Hendricks, USN Release Status: Released... More

British Royal Navy Lieutenant Adrian Bratt, Boarding Officer for Broadsword Class Frigate, HMS COVENTRY (F 98), fast ropes from a Royal Navy Lynx HMA 8 helicopter to the deck during boarding exercises in the Persian Gulf. The British vessel is in the gulf in support of the Southwest Asia build-up

British Royal Navy Lieutenant Adrian Bratt, Boarding Officer for Broad...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hms Conventry (F 98) Scene Camera Operator: JO2 Craig P. Strawser, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photog... More

A United States Navy Special Boat Unit (SBU) maneuvers their 11 meter Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) while operating in the Persian Gulf, in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM

A United States Navy Special Boat Unit (SBU) maneuvers their 11 meter ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM 2001 Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Andrew Meyers, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combi... More

A US Navy (USN) F-14D Tomcat, Fighter Squadron 103 (VF-103), Jolly Rogers, Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana, Virginia (VA), and a USN F/A-18C Hornet, Strike Fighter Squadron 81 (VFA-81), Sunliners, NAS Oceana, make final preparations for launch onboard the Aircraft Carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67), on the Persian Gulf. JFK and Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17) are participating in SUMMER PULSE 2004, the simultaneous deployment of seven carrier strike groups (CSG), demonstrating the ability of the Navy to provide credible combat forces across the globe, in five theaters with other US, allied, and coalition military forces. SUMMER PULSE is the Navy's first deployment under its new Fleet...

A US Navy (USN) F-14D Tomcat, Fighter Squadron 103 (VF-103), Jolly Rog...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A US Navy (USN) F-14D Tomcat, Fighter Squadron 103 (VF-103), Jolly Rogers, Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana, Virginia (VA), and a ... More

Onboard the US Navy (USN) Aircraft Carrier, USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67) Sailors assigned to the Ordnance Crew, use a forklift to transport cargo across the flight deck, as the ship and her embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW-17) are operating in the Persian Gulf, in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM

Onboard the US Navy (USN) Aircraft Carrier, USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Michael Sandberg, Usn Release Status: Released to ... More

The Royal Navy Duke Class (Type 23) Frigate HMS (Her Majestys Ship) ARGYLL (F 231) holds a steady course while conducting replenishment at sea (RAS) operations with the US Navy (USN) Wasp Class Amphibious Assault Ship USS KEARSARGE (LHD 3). The KEARSARGE and embarked 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are on a scheduled deployment and are currently conducting Maritime Security Operations (MSO) in the Persian Gulf

The Royal Navy Duke Class (Type 23) Frigate HMS (Her Majestys Ship) AR...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Christopher J. Newsome, Usn Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photo... More

Onboard the US Navy (USN) Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76), Sailors brace for shock, at their stations inside Damage Control Central (DCC), during a General Quarters drill. The REAGAN and embarked carrier Air Wing 14 (CVW-14) are currently conducting Maritime Security Operations (MSO) in the Persian Gulf region, in support of the global war on terrorism

Onboard the US Navy (USN) Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier USS RONALD REA...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Christine Singh, Usn Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital P... More

Cmdr. Yevsey Goldberg conducts an acupuncture procedure

Cmdr. Yevsey Goldberg conducts an acupuncture procedure

Cmdr. Yevsey Goldberg conducts an acupuncture procedure on a patient aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans. New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit ar... More

A stern view of the reflagged Kuwaiti super tanker BRIDGETON

A stern view of the reflagged Kuwaiti super tanker BRIDGETON

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH2 G.L. Pixler Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Members of a rig crew handle lines on the bow of the ocean minesweeer USS FEARLESS (MSO 442). The FEARLESS is one of the three minesweepers being towed to the Persian Gulf to support US Navy escort operations

Members of a rig crew handle lines on the bow of the ocean minesweeer ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Fearless (MSO 442) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 C. Duvall Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Persian Gulf. A chief quartermaster mans the helm of the guided missile frigate USS FORD (FFG 54) as the ship approaches the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS LONG BEACH (CGN 9). The FORD is escorting reflagged tankers through the Gulf

Persian Gulf. A chief quartermaster mans the helm of the guided missil...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Ford (FFG 54) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Sw) Jeffrey A. Elliott Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Persian Gulf. Aviation machinist's mates from Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squdron 14 (HM-14) service the rotor hub of an RH-53D Sea Stallion helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS OKINAWA (LPH 3). The guided missile destroyer USS CHANDLER (DDG 996) is in the background. Both ships are participating in a reflagged tanker escort operation

Persian Gulf. Aviation machinist's mates from Helicopter Mine Counterm...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Okinawa (LPH 3) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Sw) Jeffrey A. Elliott Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photog... More

Navy divers deploy in a rubber boat during minesweeping operations in the Persian Gulf. The men are assigned to the ocean minesweeper USS ESTEEM (MSO 438)

Navy divers deploy in a rubber boat during minesweeping operations in ...

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

Crew members deploy a minesweeping cable from the fantail of the ocean minesweeper USS ILLUSIVE (MSO 448) in the Persian Gulf

Crew members deploy a minesweeping cable from the fantail of the ocean...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Illusive (MSO 448) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Alex Hicks Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

ENSIGN (ENS) Gary Nowicki uses the helicopter deck of the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG 47) (in the Persian Gulf) to play a game of one-man tennis

ENSIGN (ENS) Gary Nowicki uses the helicopter deck of the guided missi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Nicholas (FFG 47) Scene Camera Operator: PHCS Terry Mitchell, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photogr... More

Location: Persian Gulf. A pennant at upper marks the position of the sweep gear float towed by the ocean minesweeper USS FEARLESS (MSO 442) as crewmen on the boat stand ready at their stations. The FEARLESS and other Navy ships are operating in support of efforts to provide security for US-flagged shipping in the gulf

Location: Persian Gulf. A pennant at upper marks the position of the s...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Fearless (MSO 442) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Smith Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Flight deck crewmen and a jogger move between the rows of aircraft on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). The EISENHOWER is one of the U.S. Navy ships sent to the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

Flight deck crewmen and a jogger move between the rows of aircraft on ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD/STORM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Mark Kettenhoffen Release Status: Released to Public Combined... More

The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) waits in the harbor prior to its loading aboard the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship Super Servant 3. The SUPER SERVANT 3 will transport the LEADER, other minesweepers, and the mine countermeasure ship USS AVENGER (CMC-1) to the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) waits in the harbor prior t...

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

Civilian and military officials pose for a group photograph prior to discussing U.S. military intervention in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Shield. Dignitaries include, from left: P. D. Wolfowitz, under sec. of defense for policy; GEN. C. Powell, chrm., Joint Chiefs of STAFF; R. Cheney, sec. of defense; GEN. N. Schwarzkopf, cmdr-in-chief, USCENTCOM; LT. GEN. C. Waller, dep. chief of staff, USCENTCOM; and MAJ. GEN. R. Johnston. Back row: LT. GEN. C. Horner, cmdr., 9th AF, TAC; LT. GEN. J. Yeosock, cmdr., 3rd Army; Vice-Adm. S. Arthur, cmdr., Seventh Flt. and COL. Johnson.

Civilian and military officials pose for a group photograph prior to d...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU) Scene Camera Operator: MASTER SGT. Jose Lopez Jr. Release Status: Released to Public... More

A Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1) F-14A Tomcat aircraft lights its afterburners as it prepares for an early evening takeoff on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66) during Operation Desert Storm.

A Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1) F-14A Tomcat aircraft lights its afterbur...

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

A 23rd Tactical Fighter Wing A-10A Thunderbolt II aircraft armed with AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles stands on the flight line shortly after arriving. The aircraft is en route to the United States after being deployed in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

A 23rd Tactical Fighter Wing A-10A Thunderbolt II aircraft armed with ...

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 mess management specialist works in the galley aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47). The NICHOLAS is en route to Naval Station, Charleston, S.C., following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A mess management specialist works in the galley aboard the guided mis...

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

A squadron of A-6E Intruder aircraft takes part in a flyover celebrating the arrival of Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) and CVW-17. Both wings have returned to NAS Oceana after serving in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

A squadron of A-6E Intruder aircraft takes part in a flyover celebrati...

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 aerial view of part of an Iraqi airfield being repaired by members of a Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133 (NMCB-133) air detachment. The Seabees are repairing the airfield, which had been under construction prior to the start of the Persian Gulf war, to allow relief supplies to be flown in for nearby Kurdish refugees as part of OPERATION PROVIDE COMFORT

An aerial view of part of an Iraqi airfield being repaired by members ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: PROVIDE COMFORT Base: Sirsenk Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Dante Deangelis Release Status: Released to Pub... More

Marine Corps Base. Marines from Company D, 2nd Light Armored Infantry Battalion, prepare to drive their LAV-25 light armored vehicles down the bow ramp of the air cushion landing craft LCAC-8. 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

Marine Corps Base. Marines from Company D, 2nd Light Armored Infantry ...

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

Line handlers aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS LOUISVILLE (SSN-724) stand at parade rest as a commercial tug pushes the submarine toward the pier. The LOUISVILLE is returning to San Diego following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, during which it became the first submarine to launch a Tomahawk land attack missile in a wartime situation

Line handlers aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS LOUISVIL...

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

Sailors tie a banner onto the gangway placed between the pier and the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS LOUISVILLE (SSN-724). The LOUISVILLE has returned to San Diego following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, during which it became the first submarine to launch a Tomahawk land attack missile in a wartime situation. The guided missile cruiser USS HALSEY (CG-23) is in the background at left

Sailors tie a banner onto the gangway placed between the pier and the ...

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

An Air Force master sergeant, second from right, and several Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133 (NMCB-133) discuss plans to repair the bomb-damaged runway at an Iraqi airfield. The airfield, which had been under construction prior to the start of the Persian Gulf war, is being repaired to allow relief supplies to be flown in for nearby Kurdish refugees as part of Operation Provide Comfort

An Air Force master sergeant, second from right, and several Seabees f...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: PROVIDE COMFORT Base: Sirsenk Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Jerry Ireland Release Status: Released to Publi... More

A gunner's mate applies a coat of grease to the slide cylinder on one of the Mark 28 5-inch/38-caliber guns aboard the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) during Operation Desert Storm

A gunner's mate applies a coat of grease to the slide cylinder on one ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PHC(Nac) John Kristoffersen Release Status: Released to Public Com... More

Lance CPL. Daniel Wirth makes a phone call as Lance CPL. John Winters stands by following their arrival in port. The Marines, both members of Co. L, 3rd Bn., 1ST Marine Div., have arrived in San Diego aboard one of the several ships of Commander, Amphibious Squadron 1, has returned from the Persian Gulf area where it was deployed during Operation Desert Storm

Lance CPL. Daniel Wirth makes a phone call as Lance CPL. John Winters ...

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 O... More

AAV-7A1 amphibious assault vehicles move onto the beach as Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade train in an amphibious beach assault exercise in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Shield

AAV-7A1 amphibious assault vehicles move onto the beach as Marines fro...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Ken Mark O'Connell Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mili... More

STS058-78-075 - STS-058 - Earth observations during STS-58

STS058-78-075 - STS-058 - Earth observations during STS-58

The original finding aid described this as: Description: Earth observations taken during the STS-58 mission from the space shuttle Columbia including: Panoramic Earth limb view of mountains and valleys in Asia... More

USO (United Services Organization) singer Paula Cole performs a concert for the crew of the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WSHINGTON (CVN 73) in one of the ships hangar bays, The GEORGE WASHINGTON and Carrier Air Wing One (CVW-1) are currently conducting operations in the Persian Gulf in support of UN sanctions against Iraq during Operation SOUTHERN WATCH, 22 December 1997

USO (United Services Organization) singer Paula Cole performs a concer...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Kevin Graves, Uisn Release Status: Released to... More

British Crewmen move a Royal Navy FA-2 Sea Harrier onto the flight deck elevator of the Invincible Class Aircraft Carrier, HMS ILLUSTRIOUS (RO 6). The British vessel is operating in the Persian Gulf in support of the Southwest Asia build-up

British Crewmen move a Royal Navy FA-2 Sea Harrier onto the flight dec...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hms Illustrious (RO 6) Scene Camera Operator: JO2 Craig P. Strawser, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

British Naval AIRMAN Jennifer Ennis (Left) positions a Royal Air Force GR-7 Harrier on the flight deck of Invincible Class Aircraft Carrier, HMS ILLUSTRIOUS (RO 6). The British vessel is operating in the Persian Gulf in support of the Southwest Asia build-up

British Naval AIRMAN Jennifer Ennis (Left) positions a Royal Air Force...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hms Illustrious (RO 6) Scene Camera Operator: JO2 Craig P. Strawser, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

US Navy Sailors aboard Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier, USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN 74), prepare to move into a smoke-filled space during a General Quarters and fire-fighting drill. The USS JOHN C. STENNIS is deployed in the Persian Gulf in support of an Southwest Asia build-up

US Navy Sailors aboard Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier, USS JOHN C. STEN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Gloria Barry, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Pho... More

US Marine Corps (USMC) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Jonathan D. White SNCO, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Deep Reconnaissance Platoon (DRP), fire his 0.45 Model 1911A1 automatic pistol at a target during live-fire training aboard the Wasp Class, Amphibious Assault Ship, USS ESSEX (LHD 2). The 31st MEU DRP is assigned to Amphibious Squadron Eleven (PHIBRON 11), which is in the Persian Gulf representing a force in readiness with Strike from the Sea capabilities in the Global War on Terrorism

US Marine Corps (USMC) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Jonathan D. White SNCO, 3...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Essex (LHD 2) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Willard J. Lathrop, USMC Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photog... More

PH2 M.A. Harnar Persian Gulf....SEAMAN J. Young, crew member aboard the guided missile cruiser USS Wainwright (CG-28), steers the ship as SEAMAN G.G. Holt monitors the sound-powered phones during escort operations. OFFICIAL U.S. NAVY PHOTO (RELEASED)

PH2 M.A. Harnar Persian Gulf....SEAMAN J. Young, crew member aboard th...

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

A port bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS FOX (CG 33) underway

A port bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS FOX (CG 33) underway

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Henry Cleveland Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

The battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) comes alongside the guided missile cruiser USS BUNKER HILL (CG-52) in preparation for an underway replenishment while en route to the Persian Gulf

The battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) comes alongside the guided missile...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Terry Cosgrove Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Admiral (ADM) Carlisle A.H. Trost, chief of naval operations, addresses crew members gathered on the bow of the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB 63)

Admiral (ADM) Carlisle A.H. Trost, chief of naval operations, addresse...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Terry Cosgrove Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Persian Gulf. Crew members service a UH-1N Iroquois helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS OKINAWA (LPH 3) during a reflagged tanker escort operation. The guided missile destroyer USS CHANDLER (DDG 996) is in the background

Persian Gulf. Crew members service a UH-1N Iroquois helicopter aboard ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Okinawa (LPH 3) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Sw) Jeffrey A. Elliott Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photog... More

Members of an M60 lightweight machine gun crew stand watch at a deck-edge station aboard the amphibious assault ship USS OKINAWA (LPH 3)

Members of an M60 lightweight machine gun crew stand watch at a deck-e...

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

A machine gun mounted on an Iranian oil platform. Marines confiscated weapons and gathered intelligence data from the platform which was later destroyed by gunfire from US destroyers in retaliation for the mining of the guided missile frigate USS SAMUEL B. ROBERTS (FFG 58) in the Persian Gulf

A machine gun mounted on an Iranian oil platform. Marines confiscated...

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

Sailors man the rail aboard the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9) while the large harbor tug WATHENA (YTB-825) positions the vessel as it departs from the naval station. The GUAM and several other ships are deploying from Norfolk to the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

Sailors man the rail aboard the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-...

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 Batiz Release Status: Release... More

Doctors perform surgery aboard the hospital ship USNS MERCY (T-AH-19) which is in the region in support of Operation Desert Shield

Doctors perform surgery aboard the hospital ship USNS MERCY (T-AH-19) ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH1 R. J. Oriez Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milita... More

A diver from Detachment B, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Mobile Unit 6, attaches an explosive charge to the side of an Iraqi mine. While operating with the U.S. Mine Countermeasures Group, the divers of Detachment B recovered or destroyed 40 Iraqi mines in the Persian Gulf and Kuwait's harbors.

A diver from Detachment B, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Mobile Un...

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

Several Marines carry a crate down a landing as they prepare to board the ship that will carry their unit to the Persian Gulf region for Operation DESERT SHIELD

Several Marines carry a crate down a landing as they prepare to board ...

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

GUNNERY SGT. John Young of the Combat Cargo Office aboard the amphibious transport dock USS DUBUQUE (LPD-8) directs the driver of an M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) that is being re-positioned on the ship's flight deck. The DUBUQUE and its embarked Marines are en route to the Persian Gulf region to support Operation Desert Storm

GUNNERY SGT. John Young of the Combat Cargo Office aboard the amphibio...

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

A Fighter Squadron 33 (VF-33) F-14A Tomcat aircraft stands by for launch on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66) during Operation Desert Storm.

A Fighter Squadron 33 (VF-33) F-14A Tomcat aircraft stands by for laun...

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

Members of U.S. Navy Beachmaster Unit 2 arrive at Naval Air Station, Norfolk, following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

Members of U.S. Navy Beachmaster Unit 2 arrive at Naval Air Station, N...

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

Attack Squadron 42 (VA-42) A-6E Intruder aircraft and Fighter Squadron 11 (VF-11) F-14A Tomcat aircraft take part in a flyover to welcome returning members of Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) and CVW-17. Both wings have returned to the station after serving in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm

Attack Squadron 42 (VA-42) A-6E Intruder aircraft and Fighter Squadron...

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

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

Marine Corps Base. Two Marines from Company D, 2nd Light Armored Infan...

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

A platoon of Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) marches up a road after coming ashore on 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

A platoon of Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th ME...

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

Two Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 11 (HC-11) HH-46D Sea Knight helicopters assigned to the replenishment oiler USS KANSAS CITY (AOR-3) ferry supplies from the KANSAS CITY to 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

Two Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 11 (HC-11) HH-46D Sea Knight he...

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

Marines from Company D, 2nd Light Armored Infantry Battalion, remove the tie-down chains from their vehicles as the bow ramp of the air cushion landing craft LCAC-8 is lowered. 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

Marines from Company D, 2nd Light Armored Infantry Battalion, remove t...

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

Two Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133 (NMCB-133) survey a stretch of runway at an Iraqi airfield as two CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter arrive overhead. The airfield, which had been under construction prior to the start of the Persian Gulf war, is being repaired by coalition engineer units so relief supplies can be flown in for nearby Kurdish refugees as part of Operation Provide Comfort

Two Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133 (NMCB-133) su...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: PROVIDE COMFORT Base: Sirsenk Country: Iraq(IRQ) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 J.D. Dimattio Release Status: Released to Public... More

Rear Adm. Paul W. Parcells, center, commander, Tactical Wings, Atlantic, welcomes the pilot of a Fighter Squadron 41 (VF-41) F-14A Tomcat aircraft. VF-41 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Rear Adm. Paul W. Parcells, center, commander, Tactical Wings, Atlanti...

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) Scen... More

A diver from Detachment 8, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Mobile Unit 6, swims behind an Iraqi mine after attaching an explosive charge to its side. While operating with the U.S. Mine Countermeasures Task Group, the divers of Detachment 8 recovered or destroyed 40 Iraqi mines in the Persian Gulf and Kuwait's harbors.

A diver from Detachment 8, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Mobile Un...

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

On board the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73). The nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN 68) comes alongside during dual carrier operations in the narrow waters of the Persian Gulf. With both carriers and their embarked air wings in the region, the US now has some 100 strike aircraft operating independently in the region. NIMITZ and GEORGE WASHINGTON continue to patrol the no-fly zone over Iraq in support of UN sanctions.Operation SOUTHERN WATCH, 23 November 1997

On board the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Sammy Dallal, USN Release Status: Released to ... More

The nuclear powered aircraft carriers USS NIMITZ (CVN 68) (right) and USS GEORGE WSHINGTON (CVN 73) (left) underway side by side in the Persian Gulf. With both carriers and their embarked air wings in the region, the U.S. now has some 100 strike aircraft operating independently in the region. NIMITZ and GEORGE WASHINGTON continue to patrol the no-fly zone over Iraq in support of UN sanctions. Operation Southern Watch, 23 November 1997

The nuclear powered aircraft carriers USS NIMITZ (CVN 68) (right) and ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Robert Catalano, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd class Reginald A. Martin prepares an AIM-54C Phoenix missile on a F-14 Tomcat prior to launch. USS NIMITZ (CVN68) is deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Southern Watch

Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd class Reginald A. Martin prepares an AIM-54C ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Christopher G. Ware Release Status: Released to Public Co... More

Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class William Bailey, Jr. transports MK-82 500-pound bombs from a weapons elevator to the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73). George Washington is deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Southern Watch

Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class William Bailey, Jr. transports MK-82 50...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Johnnie Robbins Release Status: Released to P... More

An F/A-18 Hornet leaves the deck of the USS INDEPENDENCE (CV 62). INDEPENDENCE is deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Southern Watch

An F/A-18 Hornet leaves the deck of the USS INDEPENDENCE (CV 62). INDE...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Independence (CV 62) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Felix Garza Release Status: Released to Public Combi... More

A British Harrier FA-2 pilot prepares his aircraft for take off from the flight deck of the Invincible Class Aircraft Carrier, HMS ILLUSTRIOUS (RO 6). The British vessel is operating in the Persian Gulf in support of the Southwest Asia build-up

A British Harrier FA-2 pilot prepares his aircraft for take off from t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hms Illustrious (RO 6) Scene Camera Operator: PHC Alexander C. Hicks, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Pho... More

British crewmen prepare to move a Royal Navy FA-2 Sea Harrier onto the flight deck elevator of Invincible Class Aircraft Carrier, HMS ILLUSTRIOUS (RO 6). The aircraft carrier is operating in the Persian Gulf in support of the Southwest Asia build-up

British crewmen prepare to move a Royal Navy FA-2 Sea Harrier onto the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hms Illustrious (RO 6) Scene Camera Operator: JO2 Craig P. Strawser, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Phot... More

US Navy Lieutenant (LT) Chris Adams dons survival gear in preparation of a upcoming flight in an F-14 Tomcat. On board the conventional aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV 62). The INDEPENDENCE is forward deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH, 17 April 1998

US Navy Lieutenant (LT) Chris Adams dons survival gear in preparation ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SSOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Independence (CV 62) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN John Sullivan, USN Release Status: Released to Pub... More

Lieutenant Commander Donald Eby ensures the arresting cables are ready for the safe recovery of an F/A-18 Hornet aircraft during flight operations on the flight deck of USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73). George Washington is operating in the Persian Gulf in support of operation Southern Watch

Lieutenant Commander Donald Eby ensures the arresting cables are ready...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Carrie-Anne Gonzalez Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digita... More

A port stern view of the US Navy (USN) Arleigh Burke Class Guided Missile Destroyer, USS MUSTIN (DDG 89) as it is underway in the Persian Gulf conducting Maritime Security Operations (MSO), with the USN Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier, USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70) Carrier Strike Group (CSG), in support of the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT)

A port stern view of the US Navy (USN) Arleigh Burke Class Guided Miss...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Robert Mcrill, Usn Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A US Navy (USN) F/A-18F Super Hornet, Strike Fighter Squadron 41 (VFA-41), Black Aces, Naval Air Station (NAS) Lemoore, California (CA), conducts a mission over Persian Gulf. The Hornet is armed with an AIM-9 Sidewinder missile on wingtip and an AGM-65 Maverick missile on pylon and a GBU-12 500-pound bombs on or pylons. Tucked under intake is an AAQ-14 LANTIRN (Low-Altitude Navigation and Targeting InfraRed for Night) pod. Also under fuselage, a 370-gallon External Fuel Tank. The VFA-41 is currently embarked aboard USN Aircraft Carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is currently on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of...

A US Navy (USN) F/A-18F Super Hornet, Strike Fighter Squadron 41 (VFA-...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A US Navy (USN) F/A-18F Super Hornet, Strike Fighter Squadron 41 (VFA-41), Black Aces, Naval Air Station (NAS) Lemoore, Californ... More

The Spanish Navy 100 Class Frigate ALVARO DE BAZAN (F101) sails alongside as US Navy (USN) Sailors man the port rail of the US Navy (USN) Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN 71) rendering a salute to the ALVARO DE BAZAN on its departure from Carrier Strike Group 2 (CSG-2). CSG-2 is currently underway on a regularly scheduled deployment conducting maritime security operations (MSO)

The Spanish Navy 100 Class Frigate ALVARO DE BAZAN (F101) sails alongs...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Matthew Bash, Usn Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A starboard bow view of the ocean minesweepers USS INFLICIT (MSO 456) and ILLUSIVE (MSO 448) under tow by the salvage ship USS GRAPPLE (ARS 53). The GRAPPLE is towing three minesweepers to the Persian Gulf to support US Navy escort operations

A starboard bow view of the ocean minesweepers USS INFLICIT (MSO 456) ...

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

An air-to-air left front view of a Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 14 (HM-14) RH-53D Sea Stallion helicopter participating in a minesweeping operation. The amphibious assault ship USS GUADALCANAL (LPH 7) is in the background

An air-to-air left front view of a Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Sw) Jeffrey Elliott Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A petty officer helps"Santa Claus"into a Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 3 (HC-3) CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter. Santa will be distributing gifts to US Navy personnel assigned to Persian Gulf escort duty

A petty officer helps"Santa Claus"into a Helicopter Combat Support Squ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Sherrie De Long Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A seaman rests on a bitt while completing paperwork aboard the dock landing ship USS MOUNT VERNON (LSD 39)

A seaman rests on a bitt while completing paperwork aboard the dock la...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Chuck Mussi Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

The guided missile cruiser USS ENGLAND (CG 22) lies at anchor in the gulf. A barge is tied on the ENGLAND's port side to allow small craft, such as the one at right, to visit the ship. The ENGLAND and other Navy ships are in the gulf to provide security for US-flagged shipping

The guided missile cruiser USS ENGLAND (CG 22) lies at anchor in the g...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Smith Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

With their PB Mark III patrol boat tied up alongside the barge HERCULES, the crew takes time to dismantle the forward Mark 3 40 mm cannon mount for maintenance. The patrol boat is among the Navy assets operating in support of efforts to provide security for US-flagged shipping in the gulf

With their PB Mark III patrol boat tied up alongside the barge HERCULE...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Persian Gulf Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Smith Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A crewman works on the landing gear of an SH-3H Sea King helicopter. The Navy helicopter is operating in support of U.S. forces sent to the Persian Gulf region in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

A crewman works on the landing gear of an SH-3H Sea King helicopter. T...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD/STORM Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU) Scene Camera Operator: JO2(Sw) Joe Bartlett Release Status: Released to Publi... More

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