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A US Navy (USN) F-14D Tomcat, Fighter Squadron 213 (VF-213), Blacklions, Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana, Virginia (VA), prepares to connect and refuel from a US Air Force (USAF) KC-10 Extender cargo tanker, 60th Air Mobility Wing (AMW), Travis Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA), during a mission over the Persian Gulf region. Two USN F/A-18C Hornet fighters, Strike Fighter Squadron 87 (VFA-87), Golden Warriors, Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana, Virginia (VA), wait their turn to slide in for aerial fueling. The VF-213 and VFA-87 are assigned to Carrier Air Wing 8 (CVW-8), currently embarked aboard the Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN 71)

A US Navy (USN) F-14D Tomcat, Fighter Squadron 213 (VF-213), Blacklion...

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

Commercial tugs assist the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20) as the ship departs for the Persian Gulf region, where it will remain on station in support of Operation Desert Shield

Commercial tugs assist the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20) as the...

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

A close-up view of a portion of the bow of the hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH-20). The COMFORT is preparing to depart for the Persian Gulf region, where it will remain on station in support of Operation Desert Shield

A close-up view of a portion of the bow of the hospital ship USNS COMF...

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

Sailors and Marines gather on the bow of the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) as the ship departs for the Persian Gulf region to support Operation Desert Shield

Sailors and Marines gather on the bow of the amphibious assault ship U...

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

The large harbor tugs WAPAKONETA (YTB-766), left, and WATHENA (YTB-825) push on the bow of the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) as the ship departs for the Persian Gulf region to support Operation Desert Shield. Two Marine Corps OV-10 Bronco aircraft are on the IWO JIMA's flight deck

The large harbor tugs WAPAKONETA (YTB-766), left, and WATHENA (YTB-825...

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

The large harbor tugs WAPAKONETA (YTB-766) and WATHENA (YTB-825) push on the bow of the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) as the ship departs for the Persian Gulf region to support Operation Desert Shield. Two Marine Corps OV-10 Bronco aircraft are on the IWO JIMA's flight deck

The large harbor tugs WAPAKONETA (YTB-766) and WATHENA (YTB-825) push ...

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

The large harbor tugs WAPAKONETA (YTB-766), left, and WATHENA (YTB-825) push on the bow of the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) as the ship departs for the Persian Gulf region to support Operation Desert Shield. Two Marine Corps OV-10 Bronco aircraft are on the IWO JIMA's flight deck

The large harbor tugs WAPAKONETA (YTB-766), left, and WATHENA (YTB-825...

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

The large harbor tugs MENOMINEE (YTB-790), WAPAKONETA (YTB-766) and DAHLONEGA (YTB-770) push on the bow of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) as the ship departs for the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

The large harbor tugs MENOMINEE (YTB-790), WAPAKONETA (YTB-766) and DA...

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

The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) is moved into position over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. The LEADER, two other ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) is moved into position over...

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

A tug boat pulls the ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift sh SUPER SERVANT 3. Three U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) is in the background

A tug boat pulls the ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) over the s...

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

Crewmen in a small boat come alongside the partially submerged superstructure of the Dutch heavy lift ship Super Servant 3. A U.S. Navy mine countermeasures ship and three ocean minesweepers are being loaded aboard the Super Servant 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

Crewmen in a small boat come alongside the partially submerged superst...

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

A tug boat pulls the ocean minesweeper USS ADROIT (MSO-0509) over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) is at right. Three ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

A tug boat pulls the ocean minesweeper USS ADROIT (MSO-0509) over the ...

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

The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) is secured over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. Three U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) is in the background

The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) is secured over the submerg...

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

Crewmen aboard the ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) stand by as their ship is moved into position over the deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. Three U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) is in the background

Crewmen aboard the ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) stand by as ...

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

A tug boat moves the mine countermeasures ship USS AVENGER (MCM-1) over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) is at right. The AVENGER, the leader and two other ocean minesweepers are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

A tug boat moves the mine countermeasures ship USS AVENGER (MCM-1) ove...

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

A tug boat pushes the ocean minesweeper USS ADROIT (MSO-509) over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. Three ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

A tug boat pushes the ocean minesweeper USS ADROIT (MSO-509) over the ...

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

The ocean minesweeper USS IMPERVIOUS (MSO-449) is moved into position over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. Three U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) is in the background

The ocean minesweeper USS IMPERVIOUS (MSO-449) is moved into position ...

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

Two ocean minesweepers lie tied up in the foreground as a third ocean minesweeper is moved in alongside them. The three U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) is in the background

Two ocean minesweepers lie tied up in the foreground as a third ocean ...

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

The ocean minesweeper USS ADROIT (MSO-509) lies tied up over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship Super Servant 3. In the background at left is the mine countermeasures ship USS AVENGER (MCM-1). The AVENGER, the ADROIT and two other ocean minesweepers are being loaded aboard the Super Servant 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

The ocean minesweeper USS ADROIT (MSO-509) lies tied up over the subme...

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

The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO) lies tied up over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. The LEADER, two other ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Irag's invasion of Kuwait

The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO) lies tied up over the submerged...

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

The ocean minesweeper USS ADROIT (MSO-509) is moved over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. Three U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) is in the background

The ocean minesweeper USS ADROIT (MSO-509) is moved over the submerged...

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

Two U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers, foreground, lie tied up over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship Super Servant 3. Three ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the Super Servant 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

Two U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers, foreground, lie tied up over the sub...

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

The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) lies tied up over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship Super Servant 3. The LEADER, two ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the Super Servant 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

The ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) lies tied up over the subme...

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

A tug boat moves past the partially submerged superstructure of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. Three U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) is in the background

A tug boat moves past the partially submerged superstructure of the Du...

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

A tug boat pushes on the stern of the mine countermeasures ship USS AVENGER (MCM-1). The AVENGER and three ocean minesweepers are being loaded aboard the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

A tug boat pushes on the stern of the mine countermeasures ship USS AV...

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

A sailor watches from the pier as the ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) is secured over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. Three U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) is in the background

A sailor watches from the pier as the ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MS...

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

A close-up view of the starboard side of the island structure aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65). Painted on the panel in the center are symbols denoting four hostile surface combatants sunk by the ENTERPRISE's air wing during deployments in the Persian Gulf region. The ENTERPRISE is beginning a 44-month service life extension program (SLEP) yard period

A close-up view of the starboard side of the island structure aboard t...

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: Montgomery, Don, S./USN(Retired) ... More

A starboard view of the Military Sealift Command-chartered cargo ship Cape Nome (T-AK-1014) underway as it departs Naval Station, Norfolk, Va., for the Persian Gulf region

A starboard view of the Military Sealift Command-chartered cargo ship ...

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

A starboard view of the Military Sealift Command-chartered cargo ship CAPE NOME (T-AK-1014) underway as it departs Naval Station, Norfolk, Va., for the Persian Gulf region. The stern of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) is in the right foreground

A starboard view of the Military Sealift Command-chartered cargo ship ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Don S. Montgomery Release Status: Rel... More

A platoon leader conducts a roll call in a hangar before his soldiers board an aircraft bound for the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield

A platoon leader conducts a roll call in a hangar before his soldiers ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Westover Air Force Base State: Massachusetts (MA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera O... More

An Army reservist stands in line with other members of her unit as they wait to board an aircraft bound for the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield

An Army reservist stands in line with other members of her unit as the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Westover Air Force Base State: Massachusetts (MA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera O... More

Crew members man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) as the vessel passes the Arizona Memorial. The carrier is returning to the United States after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield

Crew members man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENC...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: OS2 Bouvia... More

An A-6E Intruder aircraft prepares to catch the arresting wire on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) as the vessel returns to the United States after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield

An A-6E Intruder aircraft prepares to catch the arresting wire on the ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Pacific Ocean(POC) Scene Camera Operator: OS2 Bouvia Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milit... More

A petty officer embraces his wife and daughter as the three are reunited upon the sailor's return from duty in the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A petty officer embraces his wife and daughter as the three are reunit...

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

Soldiers secure a small emplacement excavator (SEE) to a rail car as a shipment of vehicles is prepared for transport to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

Soldiers secure a small emplacement excavator (SEE) to a rail car as a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Fort Mccoy State: Wisconsin (WI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Rob Schu... More

Commandant of the Marine Corps General Alfred M. Gray makes a point while speaking during a conference aboard the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA 4). The NASSAU is anchored off the coast of North Carolina near Morehead City as it embarks Marine units that it will carry to the Persian Gulf region for Operation DESERT SHIELD

Commandant of the Marine Corps General Alfred M. Gray makes a point wh...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Kissling Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

MASTER SGT. Larry Coleman, left, non-commissioned officer in charge of combat crew communications, talks to 1ST LT. Bob Dittus, center, and 1ST LT. Robert Miller in base operations prior to their flight to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

MASTER SGT. Larry Coleman, left, non-commissioned officer in charge of...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

TECH. SGT. John DeLorenzo, right, operates the video camera as retired SENIOR MASTER SGT. Robert G. Cole, center, and his family record a "video post card" message for base personnel deployed to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield

TECH. SGT. John DeLorenzo, right, operates the video camera as retired...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Plattsburgh Air Force Base State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Ope... More

1ST LT. Robert Miller, left, CAPT. Michael Stahr, center, 1ST LT. Bob Dittus, second from right, and another air crew member review their mission in base operations prior to a flight to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

1ST LT. Robert Miller, left, CAPT. Michael Stahr, center, 1ST LT. Bob ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

TECH. SGT. John DeLorenzo, right, operates the video camera as retired SENIOR MASTER SGT. Robert G. Cole, center, and his family record a "video post card" message for base personnel deployed to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield

TECH. SGT. John DeLorenzo, right, operates the video camera as retired...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Plattsburgh Air Force Base State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Ope... More

STAFF SGT. Ronnie Cameron uses a forklift to position a cabinet in the doorway of a KC-135A Stratotanker aircraft. The aircraft will be carrying its cargo to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

STAFF SGT. Ronnie Cameron uses a forklift to position a cabinet in the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

A J-57 aircraft engine is hauled aboard a KC-135A Stratotanker aircraft bound for the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

A J-57 aircraft engine is hauled aboard a KC-135A Stratotanker aircraf...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

Second LT. Walter Otto, center, a weather officer with Detachment 14, 26th Weather Squadron, briefs an air crew on current and expected weather conditions prior to the crew's flight to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

Second LT. Walter Otto, center, a weather officer with Detachment 14, ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

Commandant of the Marine Corps General Alfred M. Gray, seated at center, and other senior Marine Corps and Navy officers listen to a briefing aboard the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA 4). The NASSAU is anchored off the coast of North Carolina near Morehead City as it embarks Marine units that it will carry to the Persian Gulf region for Operation DESERT SHIELD

Commandant of the Marine Corps General Alfred M. Gray, seated at cente...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Kissling Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

LT. Robert Miller, the navigator aboard a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, programs his navigational equipment prior to a flight to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

LT. Robert Miller, the navigator aboard a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

AIRMAN Thomas Owings, the assistant crew chief for a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, cleans the aircraft's windscreen prior to a flight to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

AIRMAN Thomas Owings, the assistant crew chief for a KC-135 Stratotank...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

MAJ. Larry Richter, left, and 1ST LT. Bob Dittus review briefing information in base operations prior to a flight to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

MAJ. Larry Richter, left, and 1ST LT. Bob Dittus review briefing infor...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

A Marine UH-1N Iroquois helicopter flies toward the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA 4) as it lies anchored off the coast of North Carolina near Morehead City. The NASSAU is embarking Marines that will be transported to the Persian Gulf region for Operation DESERT SHIELD

A Marine UH-1N Iroquois helicopter flies toward the amphibious assault...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Schawalder Release Status: Released to Public Combine... More

A sign outside the base recreation center lists the times of operation for a "video post card" program. The program, co-sponsored by a local cable television company, allows family members and friends to send videotaped messages to base personnel deployed to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield

A sign outside the base recreation center lists the times of operation...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Plattsburgh Air Force Base State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Ope... More

Commandant of the Marine Corps General Alfred M. Gray speaks during a conference aboard the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA 4). The NASSAU is anchored off the coast of North Carolina near Morehead City as it embarks Marine units that it will carry to the Persian Gulf region for Operation DESERT SHIELD

Commandant of the Marine Corps General Alfred M. Gray speaks during a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Kissling Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

LT. Bob Dittus, the pilot of a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, runs through a preflight checklist with his cockpit crew prior to a flight to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

LT. Bob Dittus, the pilot of a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, runs thro...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHEILD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

Commandant of the Marine Corps General Alfred M. Gray, listens to a briefing aboard the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA 4). The NASSAU is anchored off the coast of North Carolina near Morehead City as it embarks Marine units that it will carry to the Persian Gulf region for Operation DESERT SHIELD

Commandant of the Marine Corps General Alfred M. Gray, listens to a br...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Kissling Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

TECH. SGT. Anthony Bender crouches in the open cargo door of a KC-135A Stratotanker aircraft to direct STAFF SGT. Ronnie Cameron as he uses a forklift to load a cabinet aboard the aircraft. The aircraft will be carrying its cargo to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

TECH. SGT. Anthony Bender crouches in the open cargo door of a KC-135A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

A J-57 aircraft engine is hauled aboard a KC-135A Stratotanker aircraft bound for the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

A J-57 aircraft engine is hauled aboard a KC-135A Stratotanker aircraf...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

Personnel depart from two Marine UH-1N Iroquois helicopters on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA-4) as it lies anchored off the coast of North Carolina near Morehead City. The NASSAU is embarking Marine units that it will carry to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield

Personnel depart from two Marine UH-1N Iroquois helicopters on the fli...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: USS Nassau (LHA 4) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: SGT. Kissling Release Status: Re... More

Airmen stack up mobility bags inside a KC-135A Stratotanker aircraft that will be carrying its cargo to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield

Airmen stack up mobility bags inside a KC-135A Stratotanker aircraft t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eaker Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator:... More

Friends and family watch from the pier as the large harbor tug WATHENA (YTB-825) pushes on the stern of the destroyer tender USS PUGET SOUND (AD-38). The PUGET SOUND is departing for the Persian Gulf region to support Operation Desert Storm

Friends and family watch from the pier as the large harbor tug WATHENA...

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

A woman on the pier holds up flags and a sign as she bids farewell to a loved one departing aboard the destroyer tender USS PUGET SOUND (AD-38). The PUGET SOUND is deploying to the Persian Gulf region to support Operation Desert Storm

A woman on the pier holds up flags and a sign as she bids farewell to ...

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

A woman and two children standing on the pier gesture "I love you" to a loved one departing aboard the destroyer tender USS PUGET SOUND (AD-38). The PUGET SOUND is deploying to the Persian Gulf region to support Operation Desert Storm

A woman and two children standing on the pier gesture "I love you" to ...

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

Crew members aboard the destroyer tender USS PUGET SOUND (AD-38) wave from an open hatch as their ship departs for the Persian Gulf region to support Operation Desert Storm

Crew members aboard the destroyer tender USS PUGET SOUND (AD-38) wave ...

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

Soldiers deploying to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Storm pass the time in a terminal as they wait for their flight

Soldiers deploying to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Sto...

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

A soldier checks an M-36 2.5-ton cargo truck that has been loaded aboard a C-5A Galaxy aircraft for transportation to the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Storm

A soldier checks an M-36 2.5-ton cargo truck that has been loaded aboa...

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

A sailor assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS NASHVILLE (LPD-13) is reunited with his wife on the pier. The NASHVILLE has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A sailor assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS NASHVILLE (LPD-...

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

A petty officer and his wife are reunited aboard the amphibious assault ship USS INCHON (LPH-12). The INCHON has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A petty officer and his wife are reunited aboard the amphibious assaul...

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

Several sailors wave from aboard the amphibious transport dock USS NASHVILLE (LPD-13) upon the ship's return to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Several sailors wave from aboard the amphibious transport dock USS NAS...

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

A sailor assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS INCHON (LPH-12) embraces a loved one as they are reunited aboard the ship. The INCHON has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A sailor assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS INCHON (LPH-12) e...

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

A chief petty officer assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS NASHVILLE (LPD-13) embraces his daughters as his wife looks on. The NASHVILLE has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS NA...

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

A chief petty officer assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS NASHVILLE (LPD-13) embraces his wife as their daughter looks on. The NASHVILLE has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS NA...

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

A chief petty officer assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS NASHVILLE (LPD-13) embraces his wife as they are reunited on the pier. The NASHVILLE has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A chief petty officer assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS NA...

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

Family members and friends of Navy Sea-Air-Land (SEAL) team members hold signs and flags as they wait for the team's flight to arrive. The SEAL team is being flown into North Island following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Family members and friends of Navy Sea-Air-Land (SEAL) team members ho...

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

The wife and child of a Navy Sea-Air-Land (SEAL) team member hold a sign as they wait for the team's flight to arrive. The SEAL team is being flown into North Island following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The wife and child of a Navy Sea-Air-Land (SEAL) team member hold a si...

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

Vice Adm. Joseph P. Reason, left, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet, and Vice Chef of Naval Operations Vice Adm. Jerome L. Johnson talk with a woman on the pier. Reason and Johnson are on hand to greet the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) which is returning to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Vice Adm. Joseph P. Reason, left, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S....

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

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 sailor from the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) embraces two of his loved ones on the pier. The SYLVANIA has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A sailor from the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) embraces two...

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

A lieutenant commander from the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) is reunited with his wife on the pier. The SYLVANIA has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A lieutenant commander from the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2...

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

A sailor from the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) is reunited with his wife on the pier. The SYLVANIA has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A sailor from the combat stores ship USS SYLVANIA (AFS-2) is reunited ...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 sailor manning the No. 3 repair locker during a damage control drill 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 sailor manning the No. 3 repair locker during a damage control drill...

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

A petty officer from Light Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron 44 (HSL-44) performs maintenance on the main rotor of one of the squadron's SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopters embarked 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 petty officer from Light Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron 44 (HSL-...

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

A sailor listens to a tape as he dusts the bulkhead fixtures in a passageway 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 sailor listens to a tape as he dusts the bulkhead fixtures in a pass...

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

A sailor checks a control board in the No. 3 repair locker during a damage control drill 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 sailor checks a control board in the No. 3 repair locker during a da...

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

A member of Light Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron 44 (HSL-44) performs maintenance on one of the squadron's SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopters as another sailor paints an awning support 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 member of Light Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron 44 (HSL-44) perfo...

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

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

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

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

Crewmen aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) eat dinner as the ship returns to Naval Station, Charleston, S.C., following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crewmen aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) eat di...

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

Crewmen aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) look at a rainbow as the ship departs Bermuda to begin the final leg of its journey to Naval Station, Charleston, S.C. The NICHOLAS is returning to Charleston following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crewmen aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) look a...

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

CHIEF of Naval Operations Adm. Frank B. Kelso II, speaks to the crew of the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) as the ship nears Naval Station, Charleston, S.C., following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

CHIEF of Naval Operations Adm. Frank B. Kelso II, speaks to the crew o...

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

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

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

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

The Lee helmsman polishes the brass on the engine order telegraph while standing watch on the bridge of the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) as the ship steams toward 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

The Lee helmsman polishes the brass on the engine order telegraph whil...

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 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

Sailors aboard the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) clean equipment and lay out lines as they 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

Sailors aboard the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) cl...

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 telephone talker stands watch on the bridge of the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) as the ship steams toward 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 telephone talker stands watch on the bridge of the guided missile de...

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 quartermaster aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) uses a telescopic alidade to take a bearing off the coast of Bermuda as the ship returns to Naval Station, Charleston, S.C., following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

A quartermaster aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47...

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

An officer speaks to the lee helmsman on the bridge of the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) as the ship steams toward its home port of 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

An officer speaks to the lee helmsman on the bridge of the guided miss...

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

Sailors aboard the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) clean equipment and lay out lines as they 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

Sailors aboard the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) cl...

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

Crewmen aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) watches a movie in the enlisted dining facility as the ship returns to Naval Station, Charleston, S.C., following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Crewmen aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) watche...

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

Sailors paint some of the external fittings and sufaces 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

Sailors paint some of the external fittings and sufaces aboard the gui...

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

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