Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class George Warren [Image 179 of 208]

12.21.2005

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Cassandra Thompson 

U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet           

Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class George Warren, a native of Adair, Okla., loads Christmas presents and mail onto one of four MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopters assigned to the 'Blackhawks' of Helicopter Mine-Countermeasure Squadron 15 (HM-15). HM 15 is currently deployed in the 5th Fleet area of operations, conducting 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. Official U.S. Navy photograph by Journalist 2nd Class Cassandra Thompson.

• Date Taken: 12.21.2005
• Date Posted: 12.27.2005 09:32
• Photo ID: 13887
• Resolution: 2100x1500
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