THE TENSION: Combat Camera: Deployed in the Persian Gulf

PERSIAN GULF (April 9, 2007) - Troubleshooters assigned to the "Patriots" of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140 give a ready-to-go sign prior to launching an EA-6B Prowler from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Jon Dasbach (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 9, 2007) - Representative Gene Taylor from Mississippi observes flight operations during a visit to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Taylor and five other members of the U.S. House of Representatives visited the ship at sea. Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Jon Dasbach (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 7, 2007) - An AV-8B Harrier takes off during flight operations aboard multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during well deck operations. Bataan, commanded by Capt. Rick Snyder, left her homeport of Norfolk, Va., on a scheduled deployment as the flagship of the Bataan Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG), which is comprised of the Bataan Strike Group and the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). Capt. Donna Looney commands the Bataan ESG. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Webster (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 7, 2007) - An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the "Pukin' Dogs" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. These operations deny international terrorists use of the maritime environment as a venue for attack or to transport personnel, weapons or other material. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Angel Contreras (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 7, 2007) - An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Pukin' Dogs" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 launches from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman 2nd Class Angel Contreras (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 7, 2007) - Guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) conducts normal underway operations as part of Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) Carrier Strike Group. Anzio is on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Angel Contreras (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 7, 2007) - A Landing Craft Utility (LCU) attached to the amphibious transport dock USS Shreveport (LPD 12) transports a Lighter Amphibious Re-supply Cargo (LARC) vehicle to the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) for well deck operations. Bataan Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) is conducting Maritime Security Operations (MSO) which help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ken J. Riley (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 5, 2007) - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) pulls alongside the Fast Combat Support Ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during an underway replenishment with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seamen Apprentice Jon Dasbach (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 1, 2007) - U.S. Marines from Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 2/2, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit participate in an enhanced marksmanship program shoot aboard amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). The Bataan Strike Group is supporting maritime security operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command area of responsibility. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Clark J. Schindler (RELEASED)