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The mine countermeasure ship USS AVENGER (MCM-1) is docked at a pier prior to being positioned aboard the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. The SUPER SERVANT 3 will transport the AVENGER and several ocean minesweepers to the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

The mine countermeasure ship USS AVENGER (MCM-1) is docked at a pier p...

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

A crewman aboard a work boat watches as the mine countermeasure ship USS AVENGER (MCM-1) is positioned alongside the ocean minesweeper USS ADROIT (MSO-509) on the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. The SUPER SERVANT 3 is transporting the vessels, along with other minesweepers, to the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

A crewman aboard a work boat watches as the mine countermeasure ship U...

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

A work boat moves alongside the superstructure of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3 as the ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) approaches for loading aboard the vessel's submerged deck. The SUPER SERVANT 3 will transport the LEADER, other minesweepers, and the mine countermeasure ship USS AVENGER (MCM-1) to the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

A work boat moves alongside the superstructure of the Dutch heavy lift...

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

A bow view of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) conducting an underway replenishment with the Dutch frigate Hr Ms Jacob Van Heemskerck (F-812) during Operations Desert Shield/Storm

A bow view of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) conducting an un...

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

A stern view of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) conducting an underway replenishment of the Dutch frigate Hr Ms Jacob Van Heemskerck (F-812) during Operations Desert Shield/Storm

A stern view of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) conducting an ...

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

A starboard bow view of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) conducting an underway replenishment with the Dutch frigate Hr Ms Jacob Van Heemskerck (F-812) during Operations Desert Shield/Storm

A starboard bow view of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) conduc...

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

Crewmen aboard the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) line up to take advantage of the offer of two cans of beer per man after 45 days at sea providing support for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crewmen aboard the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) lin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: ENS. Jeff Hilton Release Status: Released to Public Combine... More

Sailors aboard the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) take advantage of the offer of two cans of beer per man after 45 days at sea providing support for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Sailors aboard the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) tak...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: ENS. Jeff Hilton Release Status: Released to Public Combine... More

A sailor assigned to the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) is reunited with his wife 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 sailor assigned to the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) is re...

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

A chief petty officer assigned to the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) kisses his baby daughter 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 chief petty officer assigned to the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA ...

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

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

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

Two naval aviators from Fighter Squadron 103 (VF-103) walk down the flight liner to meet the friends and family members on hand to greet them. VF-103 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Two naval aviators from Fighter Squadron 103 (VF-103) walk down the fl...

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

A crowd of well-wishers stands along the edge of the flight line to welcome the F-14A Tomcat aircraft and A-6E Intruder aircraft squadrons of Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) and Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17). CVW-3 and CVW-17 were deployed in the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carriers USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) and USS SARATOGA (CV-60), respectively, for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A crowd of well-wishers stands along the edge of the flight line to we...

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

The pilots and bombardier-navigators of Attack Squadron 75 (VA-75) walk past their A-6E Intruder aircraft toward the crowd gathered to meet them. VA-75 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV -67) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The pilots and bombardier-navigators of Attack Squadron 75 (VA-75) wal...

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

Adm. Leon A. Edney, left, commander in chief, U.S. Atlantic Command, waits with others for the return of the F-14A Tomcat aircraft and A-6E Intruder aircraft squadrons of Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) and Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17). CVW-3 and CVW-17 were deployed in the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carriers USS JOHN R. KENNEDY (CV-67) and USS SARATOGA (CV-60), respectively, for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Adm. Leon A. Edney, left, commander in chief, U.S. Atlantic Command, w...

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

Two naval aviators are reunited with their families. The F-14A Tomcat aircraft and A-6E Intruder aircraft squadrons of Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) and Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17) are returning to Oceana following their participation in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. CVW-3 and CVW-17 were deployed in the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carriers USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) and USS SARATOGA (CV-60), respectively

Two naval aviators are reunited with their families. The F-14A Tomcat ...

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

Two naval aviators from Attack Squadron 35 (VA-35) walk down the flight line toward the friends and family members on hand to meet them. VF-35 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Two naval aviators from Attack Squadron 35 (VA-35) walk down the fligh...

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

The wife and children of a naval aviator wait on the flight line for his return. The F-14A Tomcat aircraft and A-6E Intruder aircraft squadrons of Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) and Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17) are returning to Oceana following their participation in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. CVW-3 and CVW-17 were deployed in the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carriers USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) and USS SARATOGA (CV-60), respectively

The wife and children of a naval aviator wait on the flight line for h...

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

A plane director guides an Attack Squadron 35 (VA-35) A-6E Intruder aircraft into its place on the flight line. VA-35 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A plane director guides an Attack Squadron 35 (VA-35) A-6E Intruder ai...

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

F-14A Tomcat aircraft and A-6E Intruder aircraft from Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17 fly in formation toward the crowd upon their arrival over the air station. The fighter and medium attack squadrons of CVW-17 are returning to Oceana following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

F-14A Tomcat aircraft and A-6E Intruder aircraft from Carrier Air Wing...

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

The pilot and radar intercept officer of a Fighter Squadron 103 (VF-103) F-14A Tomcat aircraft look out over the crowd as they taxi along the flight line. VF-103 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The pilot and radar intercept officer of a Fighter Squadron 103 (VF-10...

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

A naval aviator from Fighter Squadron 14 (VF-14) raises his arms in happiness upon his return to Oceana following the squadron's deployment to the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A naval aviator from Fighter Squadron 14 (VF-14) raises his arms in ha...

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

A Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) F-14A Tomcat aircraft leaves its formation to enter the landing pattern 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

A Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) F-14A Tomcat aircraft leaves its formatio...

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

A naval aviator from Attack Squadron 75 (VA-75) is welcomed home by some of his loved ones. VA-75 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A naval aviator from Attack Squadron 75 (VA-75) is welcomed home by so...

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

The pilots and bombardier-navigators of Attack Squadron 35 (VA-35) walk together across the flight line toward the crowd gathered to meet them. VF-35 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The pilots and bombardier-navigators of Attack Squadron 35 (VA-35) wal...

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

A Fighter Squadron 14 (VF-14) F-14A Tomcat aircraft taxis into its place on the flight line after returning to Oceana following the squadron's deployment to the Red Sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN R. KENNEDY (CV-67) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A Fighter Squadron 14 (VF-14) F-14A Tomcat aircraft taxis into its pla...

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

Family members and friends wait on a pier for the return of a ship from the Persian Gulf region. Five ships of the aircraft USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are coming home to Mayport today after serving in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Family members and friends wait on a pier for the return of a ship fro...

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

The large harbor tug CHESANING (YTB-769) sprays streams of water into the air in a gesture of welcome for a ship returning from the Persian Gulf region. Five ships of the aircraft USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are coming home to Mayport after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The large harbor tug CHESANING (YTB-769) sprays streams of water into ...

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

The crew of the destroyer USS SPRUANCE (DD-963) mans the rails as the ship arrives at the pier. The SPRUANCE and other ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are returning to Mayport following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The crew of the destroyer USS SPRUANCE (DD-963) mans the rails as the ...

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

The guided missile destroyer USS SAMPSON (DDG-10) comes alongside the pier as the ship returns to Mayport after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The guided missile destroyer USS SAMPSON (DDG-10) comes alongside the ...

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

A chief petty officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) is reunited with his wife and daughters upon his return from a deployment to the Red Sea for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMA...

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

A sailor is reunited with his girlfriend upon his return from duty in the Persian Gulf region. Five ships of the aircraft USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are returning to Mayport today after serving in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A sailor is reunited with his girlfriend upon his return from duty in ...

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 disembark from the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) upon returning to Norfolk after their deployment to the Red Sea for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crew members disembark from the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. G...

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

Family members and friends crowd the pier as they wait for the arrival of the guided missile cruiser USS SAN JACINTO (CG-56). The SAN JACINTO is returning to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Family members and friends crowd the pier as they wait for the arrival...

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

A chief petty officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) is reunited with his wife and daughters upon his return from a deployment to the Red Sea for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMA...

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 arrives at the pier. The SAMPSON is returning 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

A sailor and his wife are reunited 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 and his wife are reunited aboard his ship as the aircraft car...

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

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

A juggler dressed as Uncle Sam entertains the crowd waiting for the ar...

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

An officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) is reunited with his loved ones upon his return from a deployment to the Red Sea for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

An officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES ...

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

A chief petty officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) is reunited with his wife and daughters upon his return from a deployment to the Red Sea for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMA...

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

The guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) returns to Norfolk after its deployment to the Red Sea for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) returns to Norf...

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

Family members and friends wave from the pier as the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS MISSISSIPPI (CGN-40) is moved into its berth. The MISSISSIPPI has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Family members and friends wave from the pier as the nuclear-powered g...

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

With its crew manning the rails, the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS MISSISSIPPI (CGN-40) returns to the naval station following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

With its crew manning the rails, the nuclear-powered guided missile cr...

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

Friends and family members line up along the pier to welcome home their loved ones. Five ships of the aircraft USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are returning to Mayport today after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Friends and family members line up along the pier to welcome home thei...

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

A petty officer is reunited with his family aboard the guided missile cruiser USS SAN JACINTO (CG-45). The SAN JACINTO 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 his family aboard the guided missile ...

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

A boy rests in a lawn chair on the pier as he waits for a loved one's ship to arrive. Five ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are returning to Mayport today after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A boy rests in a lawn chair on the pier as he waits for a loved one's ...

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

A sailor and his wife are reunited on the pier. Five ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are returning to Mayport today after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A sailor and his wife are reunited on the pier. Five ships of the airc...

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

Family members and friends file aboard the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS MISSISSIPPI (CGN-40) upon the ship's return to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Family members and friends file aboard the nuclear-powered guided miss...

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

A chief petty officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) is reunited with his wife and daughters upon his return from a deployment to the Red Sea for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMA...

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

Friends and family members crowd the pier to welcome home their loved ones. Five ships of the aircraft USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are returning to Mayport today after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Friends and family members crowd the pier to welcome home their loved ...

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

The family of a sailor assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS SAN JACINTO (CG-45) waits for the ship to arrive at the pier. The SAN JACINTO has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The family of a sailor assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS SAN ...

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 aboard the frigate USS ELMER MONTGOMERY (FF-1082) look over the crowd gathered on the pier to meet the ship as friends and family members begin to come aboard. The ELMER MONTGOMERY has returned to Mayport after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crew members aboard the frigate USS ELMER MONTGOMERY (FF-1082) look ov...

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

Several hot air balloons float over the crowd gathered on a pier to welcome a ship returning from the Persian Gulf region. Five ships of the aircraft USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are coming home to Mayport after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Several hot air balloons float over the crowd gathered on a pier to we...

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

A chief petty officer standing in the crowd salutes as the colors are shifted aboard a ship that has just returned from duty in the Persian Gulf region. Five ships of the aircraft USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are coming home to Mayport today after serving in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer standing in the crowd salutes as the colors are ...

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 disembark from the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) upon returning to Norfolk after their deployment to the Red Sea for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crew members disembark from the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. G...

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

Three girls wait to be reunited with their father as the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS MISSISSIPPI (CGN-40) ties up at the pier. The MISSISSIPPI has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Three girls wait to be reunited with their father as the nuclear-power...

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 stand on a bridge wing aboard the frigate USS ELMER MONTGOMERY (FF-1082) as the ship pulls into port. The ELMER MONTGOMERY is returning to Mayport after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crew members stand on a bridge wing aboard the frigate USS ELMER MONTG...

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

A chief petty officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) is reunited with his wife and daughters upon his return from a deployment to the Red Sea for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer assigned to the guided missile cruiser USS THOMA...

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

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

Marines from the 2nd Marine Division Band play on the pier beside the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) following the ship's arrival. The Marines of the 2nd Marine Regiment who were deployed aboard the Shreveport for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm will disembark at Morehead City to return to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C

Marines from the 2nd Marine Division Band play on the pier beside the ...

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 Navy video cameraman stands on the pier to document the arrival of the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12). The Marines of the 2nd Marine Regiment who were deployed aboard the SHREVEPORT for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm will disembark at Morehead City to return to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C

A Navy video cameraman stands on the pier to document the arrival of t...

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

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) and members of the ship's crew stand along the edge of the flight deck as the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) approaches 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

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) and member...

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

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) salute during a ceremony 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

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) salute dur...

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

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) and members of the ship's crew stand along the port side of the amphibious transport dock USS RALEIGH (LPD-1) as the ship approaches the pier. The Marines, who were deployed aboard the RALEIGH 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

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) and member...

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

Marines from the 4th Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) gather on the pier to wait for transportation to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C., after disembarking from the amphibious transport dock USS TRENTON (LPD-14). The Marines are returning to Camp Lejeune after being deployed aboard the TRENTON in the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Marines from the 4th Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) gather on the pie...

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

An unofficial unit guidon leans against some equipment on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPS-2) as several Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) look down at the pier following the ship's arrival. The Marines, who were deployed aboard the Iwo Jima 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

An unofficial unit guidon leans against some equipment on the flight d...

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

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) load their packs onto a semi-trailer after disembarking from the amphibious transport dock USS TRENTON (LPD-12). The Marines, who were deployed aboard the Trenton in the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, are preparing to return to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) load their...

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

Three senior non-commissioned officers from the 2nd Marine Regiment stand aboard the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) following the ship's arrival at the pier. The Marines of the 2nd Marine Regiment who were deployed aboard the SHREVEPORT for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm will disembark at Morehead City to return to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C

Three senior non-commissioned officers from the 2nd Marine Regiment st...

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

Sailors and Marines crowd along the edge of the flight deck aboard the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) as the ship comes alongside the pier. The Marines of the 2nd Marine Regiment who were deployed aboard the SHREVEPORT for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm will disembark at Morehead City to return to Marines Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C

Sailors and Marines crowd along the edge of the flight deck aboard the...

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 amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) ties up at the pier upon its arrival with elements of the 2nd Marine Regiment. The Marines, who were deployed aboard the SHREVEPORT for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, will disembark at Morehead City to return to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C

The amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) ties up at the p...

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

Sailors and Marines stand in an open hatch aboard the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) as they watch a color guard take part in an arrival ceremony on the pier. Elements of the 2nd Marine Regiment are disembarking from the SHREVEPORT following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Sailors and Marines stand in an open hatch aboard the amphibious trans...

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

As a local marching band plays below them, Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) crowd along the edge of the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock USS RALEIGH (LPD-1) as the ship arrives at the pier. The Marines, who 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

As a local marching band plays below them, Marines from the 4th Marine...

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 color guard from the 2nd Marine Regiment disembarks from the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) to take part in an arrival ceremony on the pier. The Marines of the 2nd Marine Regiment who were deployed aboard the SHREVEPORT 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

A color guard from the 2nd Marine Regiment disembarks from the amphibi...

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

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) crowd along the railings aboard the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) upon its arrival at the pier. The Marines, who were deployed aboard the Iwo Jima 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

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) crowd alon...

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

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) relax on some crates staged on the hangar deck of the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) as they wait for the ship to tie up at the pier. The Marines, who were deployed aboard the IWO JIMA in the Persian Gulf for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Storm, will disembark at Morehead City to return to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C

Marines from the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (4th MEB) relax on s...

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

Marines from Headquarters Company, 2nd Marine Regiment, stand at ease in formation on the pier as they wait for transportation to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C. The Marines are returning to Camp Lejeune after being deployed aboard the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) in the Persian Gulf region for Operation esert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Marines from Headquarters Company, 2nd Marine Regiment, stand at ease ...

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

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

Sailors and Marines crowd along the port side on the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) as the ship comes alongside the pier. The Marines of the 2nd Marine Regiment who were deployed aboard the SHREVEPORT for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm will disembark at Morehead City to return to Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N.C

Sailors and Marines crowd along the port side on the amphibious transp...

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

Following the arrival of the amphibious transport docks USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) and USS TRENTON (LPD-14), family members and friends line up to go aboard one of the ships. The two ships have returned to Norfolk after their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Following the arrival of the amphibious transport docks USS SHREVEPORT...

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 assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) are reunited with their loved ones after the ship's arrival at the pier. The SHREVEPORT has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Two sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (...

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

Following the arrival of the amphibious transport docks USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) and USS TRENTON (LPD-14), several crew members and a dependent look out over the pier from an open hatch aboard one of the ships. The two ships have returned to Norfolk after their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Following the arrival of the amphibious transport docks USS SHREVEPORT...

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

A ground guide signals to the pilot of a Fighter Squadron 102 (VF-102) F-14A Tomcat aircraft as the aircraft taxis to a halt. VF-102, part of Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1), is returning to Oceana following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A ground guide signals to the pilot of a Fighter Squadron 102 (VF-102)...

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

Several women hold up signs as they stand on a set of bleachers while waiting for the arrival of the fighter and heavy attack squadrons of Carrier Air Wing 1, (CVW-1). The squadrons are returning to Oceana following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Several women hold up signs as they stand on a set of bleachers while ...

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

The commander of Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1) is reunited with his wife and son on the flight line. The fighter and heavy attack squadrons of CVW-1 are returning to Oceana following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The commander of Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1) is reunited with his wife ...

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

A pilot from Fighter Squadron 33 (VF-33) is reunited with his wife and son on the flight line. VF-33, part of Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1), is returning to Oceana following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A pilot from Fighter Squadron 33 (VF-33) is reunited with his wife and...

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

A ground guide signals to the pilot of an F-14A Tomcat aircraft as the aircraft taxis across the ramp. The fighter and heavy attack squadrons of Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1) are returning to Oceana following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A ground guide signals to the pilot of an F-14A Tomcat aircraft as the...

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

A child waves a flag while standing amid the crowd gathered to welcome the fighter and heavy attack squadrons of Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1). The squadrons are returning to Oceana following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA(CV-66) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A child waves a flag while standing amid the crowd gathered to welcome...

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

A quartermaster working on the bridge of the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9) uses a drafting machine as he plots the ship's course. The GUAM is returning to Naval Station, Norfolk, Va., following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A quartermaster working on the bridge of the amphibious assault ship U...

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

The commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9), center, watches from the bridge as the ship nears Naval Station, Norfolk, Va. The GUAM is returning to Norfolk, following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9)...

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

A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 774 (HMM-774), 4th Marine Aircraft Wing (4th MAW), sits on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9) as the ship arrives at the naval station. The GUAM is returning to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Johnny Bivera Release Status: Released to ... 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 tank landing ship USS LAMOURE COUNTY (LST-1194), right, arrives at the pier as the families and friends of its crew wait in the rain. The LAMOURE COUNTY if returning to Little Creek following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. The tank landing ship USS MANITOWOC (LST-1180) is at left

The tank landing ship USS LAMOURE COUNTY (LST-1194), right, arrives at...

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 large harbor tug SANTAQUIN (YTB-824) moves the dock landing ship USS PORTLAND (LSD-37) alongside the pier. The PORTLAND is returning 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 dock landing ship U...

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

Line handlers stand by as the large harbor tug SANTAQUIN (YTB-824) moves the dock landing ship USS PORTLAND (LSD-37) toward the pier. The PORTLAND is returning to Little Creek following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Line handlers stand by as the large harbor tug SANTAQUIN (YTB-824) mov...

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

Crew members aboard the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9) brave the rain to watch from the flight deck as the ship approaches its berth at the naval station. The GUAM is returning to Naval Station, Norfolk, Va., following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crew members aboard the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9) brave...

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

The commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9), left, and his family come in out of the rain following the ship's arrival at the naval station. The GUAM has returned to Norfolk after its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9)...

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

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

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