Naval Military Assets

Impressive views of guided missile cruisers and destroyers, highlighting naval operations and decommissioning events in diverse coastal settings.

DN-ST-87-00029. Base: Norfolk Naval Shipyard State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS HORNE (CG-30) moored at the Mina Sulman pier. Country: Bahrain (BHR)

A Marine bugler plays during the decommissioning ceremony for the guided missile destroyer USS DECATUR (DDG 31). Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-88-05482. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69)

A port bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG 47) being moored at the newly constructed Pier 1 during Fleet Week activities. Base: Naval Station, New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-00960. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN WEDDING 86 Base: North Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A view of a 35-foot service craft aboard the salvage ship USS GRASP (ARS-51) during the ship's commissioning. Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-00029. Base: Norfolk Naval Shipyard State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

As the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force coastal minehunter-sweeper SAKUSHIMA (MSC-671) arrives in the background, crewmen aboard the minesweeper support ship HAYASE (MST-462) prepare to put one of the ship's boats in the water. Three Japanese minesweepers and two support ships are stopping in the Philippines while en route to Kuwait to assist in the multinational effort to clear Iraqi mines from the Persian Gulf following Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

An overview of the flight deck of the British light aircraft carrier HMS INVINCIBLE (R-05) with flight deck crew members gathering around British Royal Navy HAS Mark 5 Sea King helicopters during the NATO Southern Region exercise DRAGON HAMMER '90. Subject Operation/Series: DRAGON HAMMER '90 Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

An amidship view of ordnance staged on the deck of the ammunition ship USS NITRO (AE-23). The NITRO is participating in an underway replenishment with the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-ST-88-02188. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A starboard bow view of the Spruance class destroyer USS KINKAID (DD-965) underway off the coast of California. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A view of cable runs, lights and antennas on the aft stack of the battleship USS IOWA (BB-61). Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-05298. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A view of the 3.9-inch dual purpose guns and the bridge aboard the Russian guided missile destroyer Admiral Vinogradov (BPK-554). The vessel is part of a multinational naval force participating in exercises in the region. Country: Northern Arabian Sea

Starboard bow view of the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB-62) ready for its recommissioning ceremony. Base: Long Beach Naval Shipyard State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The battleship USS IOWA (BB-61) is assisted into port by the British twin unit tractor tugs BUSTLER (A-225) and ADEPT (A-224), background. Base: Portsmouth Country: England / Great Britain (ENG)

DN-ST-88-00967. Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An aerial view of the target ship ex-USS BAUSELL during damage assessment, near the Pacific Missile Test Center (PMTC), Point Mugu, California. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-ST-87-03734. Base: Naval Station, Roosevelt Roads Country: Puerto Rico (PRI)

DN-ST-89-10458. Base: Naval Base, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A stern view of the guided missile cruiser USS COWPENS (CG 63) off the coast of New England.. Country: Atlantic Ocean(AOC)

A Harpoon missile canister launcher is lowered into place aboard the guided missile destroyer USS ARLEIGH BURKE (DDG-51). Base: USS Arleigh Burke

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS LONG BEACH (CGN-9) underway. Country: Gulf Of Oman

DN-ST-90-01499. Subject Operation/Series: UNITAS XXV Base: Rio De Janeiro Country: Brazil (BRA)

DN-ST-89-02457. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

The large harbor tug Kittanning (YTB-787) escorts the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) into its home port as the vessel returns after being deployed to the Persian Gulf during Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Yokosuka Country: Japan(JPN)

Crewmen man the rails of the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) as the large harbor tug AHOSKIE (YTB-804) guides the ship into port. The MACDONOUGH is one of the first ships to return to the U.S. after participating in Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Base, Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sailors man the rail aboard the guided missile frigate USS VANDEGRIFT (FFG-48) during a ceremony at which the vessel is being dedicated to GEN Alexander A. Vandegrift, Medal of Honor recipient and 18th Commandant of the Marine Corps. Base: Long Beach Naval Shipyard State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sailors stand by on the pier beside the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67), decorated with bunting for the change of command ceremony at which Admiral (ADM) Leon A. Edney will assume the position of Commander in CHIEF, United States Atlantic Command, from ADM Frank B. Kelso II. Kelso will be replacing ADM Carlisle A.H. Trost as CHIEF of Naval Operations. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A view of the replenishment oiler USS ROANOKE (AOR-7) and the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS TAUTOG (SSN-639) tied up side by side. Base: Naval Air Station, Alameda State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A landing director gives instructions to a helicopter to move forward during flight operations aboard the battleship USS IOWA (BB 61). Base: USS Iowa (BB 61) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A Fleet Logistic Support Squadron 50 (VRC-50) US-3A Viking aircraft is readied for launch from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV-41) as the ship is underway in rough seas. Country: Philippine Sea

The guided missile destroyer USS DAHLGREN (DDG-43), foreground, the tank landing ship USS BARNSTABLE COUNTY (LST-1197), center, and the Colombian frigate ARC ANTIOQUIA (53), background, lie tied up near the Bridge of the Americas during Unitas XXXII, a combined exercise involving the naval forces of the United States and nine South American nations. Subject Operation/Series: UNITAS XXXII Base: Naval Station, Rodman Country: Panama(PAN)

DM-ST-86-08342. Base: Morehead City State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-06865. Country: Unknown

DN-ST-85-08690. Base: Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) ties up at the pier upon returning to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. The destroyer tender USS SHENANDOAH (AD-44) is at left. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-87-02919. Base: Point Mugu State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port quarter view of the guided missile destroyer USS CALLAGHAN (DDG-994) underway in the harbor. Base: San Diego Harbor State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-89-02456. Base: USS Wainwright (CG 28) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-ST-89-10462. Base: Naval Base, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-07263. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A view of the island structure aboard the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63). Two F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Strike Fighter Squadron 125 (VFA-125) are parked on the deck. Base: USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

DN-ST-89-01532. Base: Usns Sirius (T-AFS 8) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

Crewmen stand in formation aboard the Soviet guided missile destroyer BOYEVOY while the ship lies tied up at the pier. The BOYEVOY and two other ships of the Soviet Pacific Fleet are in San Diego for a five-day goodwill visit. Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-05795. Base: Norfolk Naval Shipyard State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The crew mans the rails as the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) prepares to depart for the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia(VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

1979 - A port view of the guided missile destroyer USS FARRAGUT (DDG-37) anchored in the harbor.

A starboard bow view of the frigate USS THOMAS C. HART (FF-1092) moored to a pier following its arrival in port. The frigate, along with other ships of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group, has returned from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The ticonderoga class cruiser USS NORMANDY (CG 60) (Front), the nuclear powered fast attack submarine USS ANNAPOLIS (SSN 760) (center), and the fast combat support ship USS SEATTLE (AOE 3) (rear) transit the Suez Canal. All three U.S. ships headed to the Persian Gulf to enforce UN sanctions against Iraq by patrolling the no-fly" zone under Operation Southern Watch. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH State: Suez Canal Country: Egypt (EGY)

Starboard bow view of the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB-62) during sea trials. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A starboard view of an AN/SLQ-32 Electronic Warfare (EW) system aboard the USS MCFAUL (DDG 74), moored at its dock. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port bow view of the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) moored at a pier. State: Guam Country: Northern Mariana Islands (MNP)

DN-ST-87-02198. Base: Qingdao Country: China (CHN)

Crew members manning the rails aboard the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS VIRGINIA (CGN-138) salute as their ship comes alongside the pier. The Virginia has returned to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia(VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crewmen of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS YORKTOWN (CG 48) stand at "parade rest" on the pier, during the ship's commissioning ceremony at the Naval Weapons Station. Base: Yorktown State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The Van Speyk class Frigate Hr.Ms. Van Galen (1967-1987) in the background in Willemstad, Curaçao

Crewmen hoist a carpenter's stopper from the salvage hold of the salvage ship USS GRASP (ARS-51). the GRASP is participating in a salvage operation to free the grounded destroyer USS SPRUANCE (DD-963). The SPRUANCE ran aground off Andros Island, Bahamas, January 25, 1989. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne and aides to Pearl Harbor, Honolulu, Hawaii for commemorative events on the 65th anniversary of the Japanese attack

DN-ST-87-02208. Base: Qingdao Country: China (CHN)

A bow view of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) returning to its home port at Naval Station, Norfolk, after being deployed to the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port amidships view of the replenishment oiler USS WICHITA (AOR-1) conducting an underway replenishment operation in heavy seas. Country: Unknown

060419-N-9851B-005. Base: Naval Hospital, Yokosuka Country: Japan (JPN)

DN-SC-85-03114. Base: Chesapeake Bay State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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

A starboard bow view of the mine countermeasures ship USS SENTRY (MCM-3) approaching the harbor. Base: Key West State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crew members gather for a briefing on the bow of the guided missile frigate USS RODNEY M. DAVIS (FFG 60) as the ship is tied up at Alava pier. The amphibious transport dock USS DUBUQUE (LPD 8) is moored in the background. Base: Naval Air Station, Subic Bay Country: Philippines

Supplies are transferred from the amphibious assault ship USS GUADALCANAL (LPH-7) to an LCM-8 mechanized landing craft. The material will be transported ashore for use by Marines taking part in Operation Provide Comfort, an Allied effort to aid Kurdish refugees who fled the forces of Saddam Hussein in northern Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: PROVIDE COMFORT Country: Turkey (TUR)

The destroyer USS O'BANNON (DD-987) approaches a quay during BALTOPS '92. The German national ensign flies from the stern of the destroyer FGS MOLDERS (D-186) in the foreground. Base: Kiel Country: Deutschland / Germany(DEU)

An F-15 Eagle aircraft of the 1ST Tactical Fighter Wing and an LAV-25 light assault vehicle stand on the pier across from the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB 64) and the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65). The weapons are part of an interservice display mounted for the ceremony where Admiral (ADM) Leon A. Edney assumes command from ADM Frank B. Kelso II as Supreme Allied Commander Atlantic/Commander in CHIEF, United States Atlantic Command. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard view of the Soviet Kanin class destroyer 639 (DDG 639) underway. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Crew members aboard the frigate USS ELMER MONTGOMERY (FF-1082) look out from the railing upon the vessel's return to port along with four other ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group. The ships have returned from the Persian Gulf area after being deployed during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Aerial bow view of the guided missile frigate MAHLON S. TISDALE (FFG 27) underway during sea trials. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

Sailors man the rails aboard the tank landing ship USS MANITOWOC (LST-1180) as the ship ties up at the pier. The MANITOWOC has returned to Little Creek following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A view of various antennas mounted on the mast and island of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70). (Substandard image). Base: Naval Air Station, Alameda State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DF-ST-86-07600. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

A Zodiac inflatable boat is lowered into the water in preparation for a security check of the bay by members of an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team. Such patrols are taking place to maintain security for the December 2-3 summit meeting between President George H.W. Bush and Soviet Chairman Mikhail Gorbachev. Base: Marsaxlokk Bay Country: Malta (MLT)

A view of two SPS-65 low altitude radar antennas for the Mark 91 Fire Control System on the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71). Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-90-01222. Base: Avondale State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A gunner's mate inspects a Mark 33 3-inch/50-caliber gun aboard the amphibious transport dock USS DUBUQUE (LPD-8) as the vessel deploys to the Middle East to take part in Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Two commercial harbor tugs maneuver the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB 64) out of port. The WISCONSIN, which was decommissioned on September 30, 1991, will be towed to the Philadelphia Shipyard's Inactive Ship Maintenance Facility. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia(VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-10667. Base: San Francisco Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

LCDR Darlene M. Iskra, commanding officer of the salvage ship USS OPPORTUNE (ARS-41), observes shipboard activity from the bridge wing. Iskra's recent appointment as the vessel's commanding officer represents the first time that a woman has been assigned to command a U.S. Navy ship. Base: USS Opportune (ARS 41) Country: Italy (ITA)

Servicemen and civilians crowd the pier beneath the bow of the guided missile destroyer ADMIRAL VINOGRADOV as they wait in line for a tour. The ADMIRAL VINOGRADOV and two other Soviet Pacific Fleet ships are in San Diego for a five-day goodwill visit. Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-09309. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Battleship decorated for celebration

A bow view of the US Navy (USN) Iwo Jima Class Amphibious Assault Ship (Helicopter) USS NEW ORLEANS (LPH 11) underway, as the deck is sprayed down. Point Loma is in the background. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

An aerial stern view (off centerline) of the guided missile destroyer USS LABOON (DDG-58) underway. The LABOON is returning from a Mediterranean deployment. Base: Hampton Roadstead State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DF-ST-87-07453. Subject Operation/Series: GALLANT EAGLE Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard bow view of the coastal patrol ship USS TEMPEST (PC-2) moored next to the memorial ship BARRY (DD-933) at the Washington Navy Yard. TEMPEST is assigned to Special Boat Squadron 2 at Naval Amphibious Base, Little Creek, Va., and is under the operational control of Commander, Naval Special Warfare Command. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The topside areas of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) are sprayed with fresh water during a test of the ship's countermeasure water washdown system. The ship is deployed in the gulf to support Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown

Mail is Transferred by way of High-Line from Destroyer at Sea

DN-ST-87-00241. Base: Boston State: Massachusetts (MA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Back view of crewmen listening as Secretary of Defense Caspar W. Weinberger speaks during his tour of the replenishment oiler USS ROANOKE (AOR-7). Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

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