U S S Saratoga Desert Shield/Storm/Homecoming 1990-1991 WAR!

[@brianpatton3765]

A long time ago, in a life far removed from where we are now, we came of age. We were Sailors, yet untried and not as salty. But, war changed all that. We did what we were trained to do. We lost shipmates, gained lifelong friends, forged the men we are today. For better or worse, I wouldn’t trade it for the world. Excellent video, hope you’re doing well, and thanks for the memories!

[@toddmeyers1455]

I was on the ship during this homecoming. I worked on the deck. I was a Gear Rat. After I got off The Saratoga I went to College at Texas A&M I was in The Corps of Cadets. I got a degree in History. I also had my Commissioning in 2000. I went through Surface Warfare School. My first assignment was aboard The US Cruiser Port Royal out of Pearl Harbor. It sort of sucked being a Ensign. I was promoted to Ltjg. I then served on a few Destroyers. Right now I’m Commander. I’m The XO of The USS Shoup. In about six months I will take over Command. .

[@bobsit1945]

Was VS-22's Corpsman for the 1980 Med Cruise on the Saratoga and for the 1982 JFK Med/IO Cruise when we went through the Suez, brought back a lot of memories. Thank You

[@mikealexander3074]

Great Video!!! Thank You for posting this. I served during the 1984 Med Cruise in AIMD / GSE and I will forever miss those days. Thank You to all who have ever served. Thank You again, ASM2 Michael Alexander "Alex"

[@leonguisburg413]

Thank all who served Leon J Guisburg AMS3 USN 1975 1979

[@melodybenson2671]

Thank you to all who served. My brother was aboard the Saratoga during Vietnam in the 1970's. I had no idea what life on a carrier was like. He was in supply and we lost him to cancer in July 1994. He was very proud of his service on the USS Saratoga even though the time was horrible. God bless the USA

[@JettBlast]

USS Saratoga CV-60, May 1989-Feb 1994, I was there, my 1st ship, my 1st deployment was Desert Shield/Storm and went through the Suez Canal 6 times. That was when I was young and was looking to the future.... then I lost 21 of my brothers. December 20, 1990, I still think of that night, that could have been My fate, but I could never get off because of the long lines. Rest well, my brothers...Brent and Anthony, I never knew you would become such a part of my life and remember you every day!

[@scottu.s.a9045]

I remember too. should have been on that boat but decided to stay the night in town. Anthony was in my squadron. VS-30

[@JettBlast]

I was there, My 1st ship, my 1st deployment was Desert Shield/Storm and went through the Suez Canal 6 times. That was when I was young and was looking to the future....then I lost 21 of my brothers....

[@martinsalinas5178]

Yeah. Me too. I did the ditch...6 times

[@martinsalinas5178]

Me too, I lost a few of my friends on that fairy boat incident.

[@martinsalinas5178]

I feel you bro

[@joemartin259]

Thanks for sharing this. I was AIMD, IM3 690 Avionics Shop 3 on this deployment! Worked on a lot of VS-30 S-3B avionics on that cruise!

[@danabergman4052]

Shipmate. Thanks for the memories I could smell the jet exhaust from vultures row. Up in the foc'sl by the anchor chains is where my future career in music, ministry and entertainment began. I practiced guitar right where you sat nights, for hours on end and led the Wednesday night men's fellowship and music group in the upper Chapel during the 85 Mediterranean cruise. What a privilege to watch your video all these years later and have the opportunity to relive those moments. IS2 D. Bergman, VF-103 "Sluggers'" TARPS Photo intel LPO.

[@jaxpin10]

Thank you for sharing this video. I was attached to VS-30 from 84 thru 87. I just saw a documentary on the Sara and it said one of the reasons Jacksonville did not make the Sara a museum was lack of funds due to the city acquiring the Jags 😢..... Enjoyed the video! AE2 Mark Green

[@hawkeye681]

AWESOME VID!!! I was an AME AN in the CAG 11 seat shop with VS-37 on the Big E during the West Pac 82/83. For DS 7 years later I was a pilot flying CODS. I Remember this time vividly. Watching anxiously as the fleet left Norfolk that early fall of 1990 was only to be offset with the joy of the boats coming back that next spring just as this vid shows!

[@700Dragon1]

Great Video! I was on this same cruise. I was a AO. Brings back so many memories! I never knew this video existed. Now I have a way to show my wife so many things! Glad you thought of making this way back then! Awesome!!

[@AshVol2316]

Wow, guess I'm getting old. Thanks young man. EN2 Ashpole Med Cruise 80, SLEP, in Philly 82.

[@mtadv406]

I was on that cruise. The "skinhead" was my squadron mate, Brian Dousharm from VAQ- 132. Thanks for posting.

[@billfish6244]

The 8:53 mark is tough to watch. This aircraft AA403 was piloted by Lt. Cmdr Scott Speicher on the night of Jan. 17, 1991 and was shot down by a Mig-25. He was able to eject from the aircraft but died of his injuries not long after. RIP Scott.

[@brianpatton3765]

Bamabroker I was with 81, that was a real eye opener. We were at war and good men die. That cruise changed my outlook on life.

[@PDeveau2010]

This is an awesome look at what life aboard a carrier is like, I just watched the Saratoga leave newport for the scrap yard in texas. thanks for this. its great !!!

[@andrewboyd2224]

Was on board, was such a great feeling to hear ship is moored and the roar of the crowd.

[@MyCubs11]

Thank you for sharing Scott. I was on the Sara during Desert Shield and Storm as well. when we returned homes was the first time I had seen Mayport and I was overcome with emotion. I didn't have any video from that day, so this was pretty special. Thanks and God Bless!!

[@talmadgedawsey5220]

Great job Scott and everyone that help him make the video. That is the first time I have seen a video of us coming home. Nice job, brother.

[@clintalanhayden]

A great video... Thanks Scott!

[@ravenopenheart2649]

I was there working in V2 Plat Lens. During that cruise, I worked as a Master At Arms running the scullery. IC2 Pack. I made 3 cruses on Sara, two as ships company, one with VA 83 Rampagers A7 Squadron. As crazy as it sounds, I miss everyone that went through that hell with me. Thanks for this great video.

[@richardtaylor9552]

Great video, serviced on her 1977 Med cruise VAW,-123 Maintenance Control.Got back 2 days before Christmas Will always remember the good times we had on her.Thanks Again for this video.

[@whistlebirdproductions6249]

My dad was a BT-1 on the Sara CV-60, i cruised on her once, Ill never forget the day the came back to port, I was there maybe 7 years old, but i remember it like it was yesterday seeing the Saratoga coming in from far off, this video had me in tears, thanks for it!

[@leemaya3626]

From USS CORSICA THANKS A LOT TO PROTECT US. 3 decades ago, I lives in HAÏFA where you were in december 90 I never forgot Thanks for this vidéo

[@jameshostetter8869]

Great work Scott,our time there has been recorded for the ‘younger generation to see. I was there Airman Pr/Ame James B.Hostetter with VF-74.Man did we kick butt during operation desert shield/desert storm.l worked Cag-Lox for a spell,diring the cruise.History say….YES,and we set a record going through the ‘Ditch so many times,and with Beer r n r.🇺🇸👍🏼🍺A toast to CVW-17 and the USS Saratoga shipmates.

[@devinbranch6883]

Thank you for sharing this! My dad and uncle were on board. My uncle Terry Swafford, was actually in a picture you showed.

[@midway27272727]

Nice piece of our history. Thanks !

[@iamrrspike7132]

Great video! Made me miss the Sara even more now. I served aboard her during the same cruise 90-91 & 92 attached via Attack Squadron VA-35. TY for the memories! AT3 Cliff "Spike" Smith

[@robertmyersjr4663]

Thanks Scott. I had no idea I would see you when I googled USS Saratoga. We were roommmates a long time ago, along with Mike. I just retired after 26 years in the Air Force. What memories. Take care Scott. Rob Myers

[@1121RBBR]

This is an amazing piece of work ! Thank you for sharing !

[@kkeilholtz]

Great video, hard to find many videos of us during that time. ABH3 Keilholtz, (Flight Deck Director)

[@mikejapp9504]

Hi Scott, I was in VS-30 Maintenance Control for 2 years prior to this cruise and was transferred right after the cruise started, so I didn't have to depart with you guys (I did go around the horn on INDY). In the barracks, I shared a room with Kozemski for a time then moved to an apartment with a AT3 who was AIMD on this cruise. I found your video when I was showing my daughter scenes of SARATOGA and what I did in the Navy. Thanks for posting, great memories! See the VS-30 group on Facebook.

[@thomford884]

Thanks very much, Scott. I'm proud to have served with the Diamondcutters on this deployment. Remember Anthony! Thom Ford

[@scottu.s.a9045]

I do remember Anthony...What dept where you in?

[@clemrod3273]

Thanks for the memories!! I was onboard for med cruise 92 Machine Shop. MR2.

[@alfredleonard2372]

I served three years onboard the USS Kitty hawk, the carrier segments are like replay highlights to me. Hm3 Alfred leonard thank you.

[@tequeknow]

GREAT VIDEO!!! I was on The USS Sampson DDG-10. Hit my heart strings at 32:22 to see the hull, I was manning the rail.

[@pvp64]

Thanks for posting, I was in was AIMD IM3 Division 1984-1985. Great ship, great memories. AT3 Petersson

[@MaryJaneOctane]

My daddy was on the Sara flying jets during Desert Storm!!! Commander Tom Linthicum :) I can still remember crying when we saw her pulling in! God Bless America!!!

[@gnastyg7798]

I remember you dad!!! Good guy!!

[@scottu.s.a9045]

All credit to my Mom. She did a great job on the video putting all my clips together. Thanks for all the comments.

[@animalmother1522]

+Scott U.S.A do you remember a sean Larson? his plane was 700diamond cutters

[@G_A_Z_23]

My van driver served on this ship and just gave me his flight jacket with all his patches on it⚓️🇺🇸💪🏻

[@jestertx]

DAMN! I love it! I was in the same Berthing. I was an AR on TAD. Saw Brock! That’s amazing, I ultimately replaced him when I struck PN3. Did OJT in the PN Shop with Brock, Tony Anderson, PN1 Pipik and with everyone else down there. I thought your name was very familiar! Diamondcutters!

[@paulandbarbie1969]

Great Video, OS2 Beasley, OI DIV, May 88 - May 92

[@gfby15704]

I was on the same cruise on the Sara, V-1 Crash and Salvage on the flight deck. Thanks for posting, I'll have to show this to the wife to explain what I did....lol

[@RollTideLBC]

I was C&S too, same time.

[@williamcoe9200]

Hi.....Sara looks the same as she did in 1977 when checked in ...I was the fuels QA supervisor on the flight deck

[@markg0410]

I was part of the Saratoga battle group (USS Spruance). Lots of shared memories.

[@garyshaw8273]

Same here. USS Biddle (CG-34)

[@shawnp6744]

32 years ago tommorow. Right behind CV-60. Onboard FF-1082.

[@johnhenry1395]

Great video! I was on that cruise too, and the next one, as a shooter in V2. Miss the old gal and the great sailors aboard her.

[@MarkJHorn]

John Henry. Sir I was on deck with V-2 Gear 1989-1993. Hope you're doing well? Good times on CV-60!

[@johnhenry1395]

Absolutely, Mark. Great to see/hear you on here. Brings back fond memories. Hope all is well with you!

[@MarkJHorn]

John Henry. If you get a chance Sir, my email is [e-mail]. Be great to catch up.

[@latex1881]

My grandfather was on that ship, Mark Gilmore

[@werewolf5674]

I was there. VF 74. Best homecoming ever.

[@martinsalinas5178]

Steel beach picnic!!! Great video!!!

[@RIP19851]

My dad was serving on the U.S.S. Saratoga and he was going to go the ferry boat but decided not to.

[@Rallsworks]

My son, Jonathan Ralls, was an AT on board.

[@Seabat70]

The USS Sampson (DDG-10) plane guard. Then USS Coral Sea (CG-53)?? It's been a while. OS2 Ops dept., OI division, 89-93. I worked in COPLOT. This was a great end to eight months.

[@animalmother1522]

Did you know my dad, he is sean christopher larson and he was vs-30

[@DougieFresh13]

Salute to the greatest country in the world.

[@josel.peralta3179]

My squadron ♦️, my ship 1983 -1986 ❤

[@snowboy1952]

I remember very well I was there

[@jkaposi]

Awesome stuff.

[@shawnp6744]

Onboard FF-1082 right behind you guys.

[@mrgrayday44]

I was in vs 30 as well I was tad to the post office

[@franciscoramirez-nb4er]

awesome video

[@tleese67]

I was there. VF-103 IWT 1987-1991

[@Bargeman_]

I was an AO in vf 103. C Ervin 87 - 91

[@HomerJ1964]

At the 2:28 mark, I’m almost certain that’s me coming out of the head and going into the IM2 Paraloft.

[@martinsalinas5178]

Hey, I was on that ship bro!!!

[@MrRedScorpion1]

Not sure if you would remember me Scott. I am PR2 Ron Jones {Jonesey} from VF 103..

[@sharkheadism]

Guess not :/

[@gonavy505]

I was there, VA-35 Line Rat.

[@TheMiley814]

I was there

[@marymartini2839]

God Bless every single one of you and I THANK ALL OF YOU FOR FOR YOUR SACRIFICE TO PROTECT AMERICA AN LIFE FOR OUR FREEDOM JUST KNOW GOD THE GREAT SPIRIT HAS NOT DOES NOT AN WILL NOT FORGET PAST OR PRESENT DONT THINK YOU HAVE NO PLACE IN HEAVEN FOR THE THINGS YOU HAD TO DO TO PROTECT ALL OF US AND YOU KNOW WHAT MEAN GOD AN COUNTRY FOREIGN AN DOMESTIC HE SEES AND HE KNOWS GOD BLESS YOU AN KEEP YOU GOD BLESS AMERICA AND ❤ YOU ❤

[@TheMiley814]

I though that was forgotten

[@johnportis9778]

yea buddy spent over 3 yr on olw gal v2 div 73 77

[@repuestosgnctucuman3607]

en el 82 andaba cerca de malvinas,apoyando a los ingleses.

[@RazorSharp369]

RIP SARA

[@TheMiley814]

Vf74 😊

[@jesusquis1761]

When the uniteds states of América were in its most unipolar apogee as the most powerful country of the world but that was in 1991 Now we are in 2022 year , Now USA WILL have to confront in a war against Rusia and China , Now i have the great curiosity if the USA WILL have the posibility of celebrate a victory as 31 years ago , USA, WILL YOU ACCEPT the challenge to fight by earth, sea , Air , space , cibespace ete against your two most rivals and obtain the total victory, Will you can do it

[@martinsalinas5178]

I know Jeffery zahn

[@martinsalinas5178]

If I can it touch with him ...that would make my day.

[@TheMiley814]

Vf 74