Homecoming Celebrations for Veterans

A vibrant crowd of well-wishers, waving flags and holding signs, gathers to celebrate returning veterans from military operations during the Desert Storm era.

A crowd of NAS, Alameda personnel greet President William Jefferson Clinton upon his arrival. Clinton is visiting Alameda to discuss the issue of base closure. Base: Naval Air Station, Alameda State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A crowd of well-wishers welcomes LT. Jeffrey Zaun, LT. Lawrence Slade, and LT. Robert Wetzel during a ceremony in their honor. The three Navy pilots' aircraft were shot down over Iraq during Operation Desert Storm and the men held as prisoners of war until their release on March 4th. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A crowd of well-wishers welcomes LT. Jeffrey Zaun, LT. Lawrence Slade, and LT. Robert Wetzel during a ceremony in their honor. The three Navy pilots' aircraft were shot down over Iraq during Operation Desert Storm and the men held as prisoners of war until their release on March 4th. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-07336. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A crowd of NAS, Alameda personnel greet President William Jefferson Clinton upon his arrival. Clinton is visiting Alameda to discuss the issue of base closure. Base: Naval Air Station, Alameda State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

People in the crowd gathered to meet the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) and the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) wave flags as they wait for the ships to tie up. The ships are returning to Charleston following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Base, Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Joseph K. Taussig Jr., deputy assistant secretary of the Navy, Civilian Personnel Policy and Equal Employment Opportunity, speaks during commissioning ceremonies for the guided missile frigate USS REID (FFG-30). Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The audience and distinguished guests on the speakers platform listen as Attorney General Marshall Coleman speaks at the launching of the nuclear-powered attack submarine NORFOLK (SSN-714). Base: Newport News State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DF-ST-85-10646. Base: Hickam Air Force Base State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sen. John Tower, R-Texas, departs the speakers platform at the conclusion of the commissioning ceremonies for the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI (SSN-705). The ship was built by the Electric Boat Division, General Dynamics Corporation. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Armed Forces Inaugural Committee behind the scenes. President-elect Clinton takes the oath of office. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Rep. Marjorie S. Holt, R-Md, is presented with flowers during the commissioning ceremony for the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS BALTIMORE (SSN-704). Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A crowd of well-wishers welcomes LT. Jeffrey Zaun, LT. Lawrence Slade, and LT. Robert Wetzel during a ceremony in their honor. The three Navy pilots' aircraft were shot down over Iraq during Operation Desert Storm and the men held as prisoners of war until their release on March 4th. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-00664. Base: Naval Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

President William Jefferson Clinton moves through the gathered crowd at NAS Norfolk shaking hands. The president had come to NAS Norfolk to speak with Navy family members and thank them for their sacrifices and support during the recent U.S. deployment to Haiti as part of Operation Support Democracy. Subject Operation/Series: SUPPORT DEMOCRACY Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Local television news stations monitor the departure of several U.S. Navy ships to the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Family and friends wait for the arrival of loved ones aboard ships of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group. The vessels are returning to Norfolk after being deployed in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Arrival ceremony for Ahmed Sékou Touré, President of Guinea, 11:00AM. President of Guinea, Ahmed Sékou Touré, delivers remarks at arrival ceremonies in his honor. Standing on reviewing platform in foreground (L-R): Minister of Foreign Affairs of Guinea, Louis Lansana Béavogui; Ambassador of Guinea, Dr. Seydou Conte; U.S. Under Secretary of State, George Ball; President Touré (at microphones); President John F. Kennedy; United States Ambassador to Guinea, William Attwood (in back); Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Maxwell D. Taylor. Also pictured (at right in background): U.S. Deputy Chief of Protocol, William J. Tonesk; U.S. State Department Protocol officer, Jay Rutherfurd. Military Air Transport Service (MATS) terminal, Washington National Airport, Washington D.C.

Family and friends of crew members aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) and the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) gather to welcome their loved ones as the ships return from deployment to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A large crowd waits to go aboard the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62) upon the ship's return to home port after 11 months at sea. A banner hanging in front of the amphibious assault ship USS PELELIU (LHA 5) proclaims, "We Love Big J.". Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Vice President George Bush and his wife Barbara watch an airshow from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) during their visit to the ship. With the vice president and his wife are; (from L to R) RADM George Aitcheson, VADM Crawford Easterling and CAPT Tony Less, commanding officer of the USS RANGER. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-ST-89-10380. Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN)

DN-ST-85-07860. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-05978. Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sen. Henry Jackson, D-Washington, his wife and the Mayor of Bremerton, Washington, Glenn K. Jarstad, background, stand during commissioning ceremonies for the nuclear-powered attack submarines USS BREMERTON (SSN-698). Base: Naval Submarine Base, New London State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

During the rollout ceremony for the restored B-17G Flying Fortress aircraft "Shoo Shoo Shoo Baby," three members of the aircraft's original crew are given a ride in a World War II-era jeep. They are Larry Sylvester, front seat, John M. Loudermilk, right r. Base: Dover Air Force Base State: Delaware (DE) Country: United States Of America (USA)

President Georger Bush makes some remarks during his visit to the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA-4). The president is paying Thanksgiving Day visits to U.S. military personnel deployed to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield. Sen. Robert Dole of Kansas is on the platform at right. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown

DM-ST-89-04516. Base: Quantico State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Veterans Day Ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, 11:00AM. President John F. Kennedy (center left, back to camera) speaks with military officials upon his arrival at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, for Veterans Day ceremonies. Also pictured: John F. Kennedy, Jr. (holding his father's hand); Naval Aide to the President, Captain Tazewell Shepard; Military Aide to the President, General Chester V. Clifton; Commanding General of the Military District of Washington, Major General Philip C. Wehle; White House Secret Service agents, Bob Foster and Roy Kellerman.

Vietnam veterans salute as the funeral procession for the Unknown Serviceman of the Vietnam Era passes the Vietnam Veterans Memorial en route to Arlington National Cemetery. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Visit from Prince Bernhard on the open day in the airbase Deelen, also his 60th birthday.

During the launching ceremony Sponsor Sheila McKinney Watkins, Susan Watkin breaks the traditional bottle of champagne over the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS GEORGIA (SSBN 729). Behind her, from left to right, is David S. Lewis, Chairman of the Board at General Dynamics; Admiral James D. Watkins, Chief of Naval Operations, and Maid of Honor Susan Watkins. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Trip to Western States: Visit to the Pacific Fleet, President Kennedy aboard the USS Kitty Hawk, 5:00PM. President John F. Kennedy (left) shakes hands with an unidentified flight deck crew member aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CVA-63), at sea off the coast of San Diego, California; Commander-in-Chief of the Pacific Fleet (CINCPACFLT), Admiral John H. Sides, and Naval Aide to the President, Captain Tazewell T. Shepard, Jr., stand at far left.

A high school band marches past the reviewing stand during the Inauguration Day parade for George H.W. Bush, 41st President of the United States. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Float in Desert Storm Victory Parade, Washington, D.C.

DF-ST-86-09983. Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Family and friends of the crew of the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV 62) gather at the dock while waiting for the ship's crew to come ashore. The aircraft carrier has just returned to port following an extended deployment in the Mediterranean Sea. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crowd members applaud as a pilot and his family walk past following the aviator's arrival on base along with other military personnel from Carrier Air Wing 3 and Carrier Air Wing 17. Wing members are being welcomed home after serving in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Airmen are in line to embark to C-141 Starlifter aircraft preparing to depart to McMurdo Station, Antarctica, during Operation Deep Freeze '80. Subject Operation/Series: DEEP FREEZE '80 Base: Christchurch State: Canterbury Country: New Zealand (NZL)

DF-ST-87-03331. Base: Rhein-Main Air Base Country: West Germany (FRG)

DN-ST-86-01110. Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-04331. Base: Avondale State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

David S. Lewis, Chairman of the Board, General Dynamics Corporation, introduces Sponsor Sheila McKinney Watkins, wife of Admiral James D. Watkins, Chief of Naval Operations, during the launching ceremony for the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS GEORGIA (SSBN 729). Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Members of a Soviet on-site inspection team, provided for in the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces treaty between the United States and the Soviet Union, give a speech in front of their I1-62M Classic airliner. Base: Rhein-Main Air Base Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)

DN-ST-89-10329. Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN)

STAFF SGT. Cythia Roberts, right, of the 1365th Audiovisual Squadron photographs a demonstration held outside the main gate by Rev. R.N. Otwell, a local minister, and his followers, who believe that women should not be allowed to serve in the military. The protestors particularly object to the role of women in Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Carswell Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-89-10334. Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN)

Louisiana Congressman Jim McCrey and General John Loh, Commander and CHIEF, Air Combat Command, speak to airman about the future of the B-52 as Dr. John M. Deutch, undersecretary of defense, looks on. Base: Barksdale Air Force Base State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-89-10376. Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN)

Friends and family members crowd the pier to welcome home their loved ones. 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. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-06007. Base: Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

010414-N-5274S-002. Subject Operation/Series: VALIANT RETURN Base: Naval Air Station Whidbey Island State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-09078. Base: USS Stump (DD 978) State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-89-10353. Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN)

The wife and sons of Captain Mike Hicks, Marine Detachment, wait to greet him upon his return to home port after 11 months at sea aboard the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62). Mrs. Hicks, like her husband is a captain in the Marine Corps. Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DF-ST-87-06948. Base: Rhein-Main Air Base Country: West Germany (FRG)

GEN Charles E. Wilhelm (USMC), Commander-in-CHIEF, United States Southern Command, receives the last United States flag flown over Quarry Heights during the Southern Command closing ceremony. Base: Quarry Heights Country: Panama (PAN)

Armed Forces Inaugural Committee behind the scenes. The Convention Center ballroom background and stage. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

President George H. W. Bush, U.S. military personnel and civilians stand for the National Anthem during a ceremony welcoming the U.S. servicemen home from deployment in Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Sumter State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-01107. Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

LT. Jeffrey Zahn, left, and LT. Lawrence Slade listen to a speech by Secretary of Defense Richard Cheney upon their return to United States. The two U.S. Navy pilots, along with fellow pilot LT. Robert Wetzel, were held captive by Iraqi forces during Operation Desert Storm.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland(MD) Country: United States Of America(USA)

Boy Scouts and U.S. Air Force personnel honor the U.S. flag on Flag Day. Base: Hickam Air Force Base State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

CHIEF Sonar Technician (Surface) Bob Tanenholz signs autographs for fans at the 1991 Chicago Air and Water Show. The event features parachuting and beach assault performances by Navy Sea-Air-Land (SEAL) team members as well as demonstrations by Navy fighter aircraft. Base: Chicago State: Illinois(IL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A view of crewman standing in formation aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL (SSN 708) during the ships commissioning ceremony at General Dynamics (Electric Boat). Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-89-08994. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Members of the 82nd Airborne Division Band perform on Christmas Day for refugees at Camp McCalla, site of a humanitarian relief center for Haitian refugees fleeing political and economic upheaval in their homeland. The refugees will be returned to Haiti in the near future. Base: Guantanamo Bay Country: Cuba(CUB)

The all-service honor guard lines the specially-built walkway as President Ronald W. Reagan and his wife walk to the White House. The president is followed by his permanent aide, Marine Corps Major John Kline. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Two sailors wave to the crowd as they ride down Broadway Street on an MD-3A tow tractor during the "San Diego Salutes the Troops" parade. The parade is being held in honor of all veterans, with special recognition being given to units that took part in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Russian and French naval personnel attend a cookout hosted by the USS KINKAID (DD-965) for members of various coalition navies taking part in efforts to enforce United Nations sanctions against Iraq during Operation Southern Watch. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Country: Bahrain (BHR)

LGEN Jerome F. O'Malley talks with guests during an open house. Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Trip to Western States: President Kennedy at U.S. Air Force (USAF) Academy, Colorado. President John F. Kennedy (in back, at lectern) delivers the commencement address to the fifth graduating class of the United States Air Force (USAF) Academy. Those seated on the speakers platform include: White House Secret Service agent Gerald A. Jerry Behn; Senator Richard B. Russell (Georgia); Major General Robert H. Warren; Secretary of the Air Force, Eugene M. Zuckert; and Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force, General Curtis E. LeMay. Seated left of speakers platform (front row), left to right: Presidential Assistant, John J. McNally; Military Aide to President Kennedy, General Chester V. Clifton; Assistant Physician to the President, Rear Admiral Dr. George G. Burkley; Personal Secretary to the President, Evelyn Lincoln; and Special Assistants to the President, Dave Powers, Larry O'Brien, and Kenneth P. O Donnell. Also pictured: White House Secret Service agents Bob Burke, Ken Gianno

Irvin and Elisie Obermeyer are greeted by Cryptologic Technician O (Communications) 2nd Class Jeanine Silva, left, and Data Processing Technician/SEAMAN Jeana Matheson upon arrival at the Visitors Center. Mr. Obermeyer, a survivor of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, will be attending the observance commemorating the 50th anniversary of the event. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-05996. Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An officer from Carrier Air Wing 15 performs during a variety show aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70). Base: USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70)

Captain Richard H. Truly, commander of the recently formed US Naval Space Command, addresses guest attending the unit's commissioning ceremony. Seated on the right is Admiral James D. Watkins, chief of Naval Operations. Base: Dahlgren State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Two children present a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery..

DN-ST-86-01105. Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Original Film Title: THE GREAT ESCAPE. English Title: THE GREAT ESCAPE. Film Director: JOHN STURGES. Year: 1963. Stars: STEVE MCQUEEN.

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. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-88-01119. Base: Haifa Country: Israel (ISR)

Flags of nations in the Coalition are displayed on a car in a parade celebrating the liberation of Kuwait from Iraqi occupation during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Kuwait City Country: Kuwait(KWT)

Elaine Kelleher Murphy, sponsor and wife of Ret. Adm Daniel J. Murphy, and Robert E. Peterson, executive vice president, Peterson Builders Inc., prepare to christen the mine countermeasures ship SENTRY (MCM-3). Base: Sturgeon Bay State: Wisconsin (WI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-90-00191. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Ex-POW and U.S. Navy CMDR Richard D. Mullins (Captured 5 Jan 67) gets an emotional farewell from Debbie Davis, daughter of MSGT Roy Davis assigned to the 405th TFS. She was one of the many well wishers who came say goodbye as CMDR Mullins leaves for United States. Subject Operation/Series: HOMECOMING Base: Clark Air Base State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

A flag officer holds a little girl as he watches homecoming ceremonies in honor of Carrier Air Wing 3 (CVW-3) and Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17) personnel who served in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-01338. Base: Bremerton Naval Shipyard State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crowd members display a banner in honor of Carrier Air Wing 3 and Carrier Air Wing 17 members. Wing personnel are returning home after serving in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Spectators look at a BGM-109 Tomahawk cruise missile as it passes along the parade route on a trailer. Weaponry is being displayed as part of the National Victory Celebration which is being held in honor of the Allied forces' liberation of Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-89-07735. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A sailor is reunited with his family following his arrival in port aboard the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51), one of the ships of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group. The vessels are returning to Norfolk after being deployed in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Senator MAC Mattingly (R-GA) speaks during the commissioning ceremony for the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS GEORGIA (SSBN 729). Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Military Photographer of the Year Winner 1996 Title: Driving Down Memory Lane Category: Feature Place: Honorable Mention Brief Description: A handicapped veteran drives his cart down a long corridor of plaques commemorating past heroes. Exact Date Shot Unknown. Country: Unknown

The bow of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS BUFFALO (SSN-715) towers over the speakers platform during the launching ceremony. Base: Newport News State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A crew member from the replenishment oiler USS KALAMAZOO (AOR-6) is reunited with his daughter upon his arrival in port. The oiler has returned to Norfolk from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Boy Scouts placing flags at a Veteran's Cemetary

A costumed juggler entertains the crowd waiting for the arrival of a ship returning from the Persian Gulf region. Five ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are coming home to Mayport today after serving in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Cuba, Military, Two Girls In Soldiers Uniforms Stand With Soldier

A sailor from the guided missile cruiser USS VALLEY FORGE (CG-50) is reunited with his wife shortly after the ship's arrival in port. The VALLEY FORGE has returned from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Secretary of the Navy H. Lawrence Garrett III speaks at the Change of Command Ceremony during which Admiral (ADM) Frank B. Kelso II replaces ADM Carlisle A.H. Trost as CHIEF of Naval Operations. The ceremony is taking place at the United States Naval Academy. Base: Annapolis State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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