090327-N-3595W-045 NORFOLK (March 27, 2009) The guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) returns to Naval Station Norfolk after a seven-month deployment. Vella Gulf deployed as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gina K. Wollman/Released) US Navy 090327-N-3595W-045 The guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) returns to Naval Station Norfolk after a seven-month deployment

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