050822-N-6781S-042 Persian Gulf (Aug. 22, 2005) Ð Squadron troubleshooters give the OK signal for an Marine Corps F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the ÒRed DevilsÓ of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron Two Three Two (VMFA-232), as it prepares to be launched from the flight deck aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is currently on a regularly scheduled deployment and is participating in Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment as well as complement the counter-terrori


050822-N-6781S-042 Persian Gulf (Aug. 22, 2005) Ð Squadron troubleshooters give the OK signal for an Marine Corps F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the ÒRed DevilsÓ of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron Two Three Two (VMFA-232), as it prepares to be launched from the flight deck aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is currently on a regularly scheduled deployment and is participating in Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. MSO deny international terrorists use of the maritime environment as a venue for attack or to transport personnel, weapons, or other material. Navy photo by PhotographerÕs Mate 3rd Class Elisabeth Ann Saccotelli (RELEASED) US Navy 050822-N-6781S-042 Squadron troubleshooters give the OK signal for an Marine Corps F-A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Red Devils of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron Two Three Two (VMFA-232)


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