Uss Bonhomme Richard Collection

Paul Jones Et Le Bonhomme-Richard (engraving)
2789259 Paul Jones Et Le Bonhomme-Richard (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Jones Et Le Bonhomme-Richard)

Battle of Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779 (engraving)
3638265 Battle of Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779)

BONHOMME RICHARD, 1779. The engagement between USS Bonhomme Richard and HMS Serapis off Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779. Oil on canvas, 1789, by William Elliott

An MV-22 Osprey takes off from USS Bonhomme Richard
Gulf of Thailand, February 19, 2013 - An MV-22 Osprey takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) as another Osprey prepares for take-off

A soldier stands at attention on USS Bonhomme Richard
Pacific Ocean, February 14, 2012 - Sailors and Marines aboard USS Bonhomme Richard man the rails as the ship leaves San Diego, California

Two CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters on the flight deck of USS Bonhomme Richard
East China Sea, January 26, 2013 - Landing Craft Air Cushion exits the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft prepares to land on the flight deck
South China Sea, February 19, 2014 - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft prepares to land on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

Aviation Ordnanceman fires a 25mm machine gun
East China Sea, February 28, 2014 - Aviation Ordnanceman fires the 25mm machine gun from the starboard troop walkway of the forward deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

Sailors fire a 25mm machine gun aboard USS Bonhomme Richard
Pacific Ocean, August 12, 2012 - Sailors fire a 25mm machine gun during a weapons testing drill aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

USS Bonhomme Richard transits the Coral Sea
Coral Sea, August 1, 2013 - The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) transits the Coral Sea during Talisman Saber 2013

Aviation Boatswains Mate directs a UH-1Y Venom
South China Sea, February 7, 2013 - Aviation Boatswains Mate directs a UH-1Y Venom helicopter as it lifts off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

A CH-47F Chinook conducts flight operations with USS Bonhomme Richard
East China Sea, April 11, 2014 - A CH-47F Chinook tandem rotor heavy-lift helicopter conducts flight operations with the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

USS Bonhomme Richard conducts operations in the East China Sea
April 11, 2014 - The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) conducts amphibious operations while transiting the East China Sea

An MH-60s Sea Hawk helicopter lowers cargo to the flight deck of USS Bonhomme Richard
Gulf of Thailand, February 18, 2013 - An MH-60s Sea Hawk helicopter lowers cargo to the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

Aviation boatswains mates refuel an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft
Philippine Sea, September 20, 2012 - Aviation boatswains mates refuel an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft on the flight deck aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

A CH-53D Sea Stallion sits on the flight deck as another prepares to land aboard
July 6, 2010 - A U.S. Navy CH-53D Sea Stallion helicopter sits on the flight deck as another prepares to land aboard amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6) in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

Marines board a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter
Gulf of Thailand, February 14, 2013 - Marines board a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

Guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen transits the Coral Sea
July 24, 2013 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG-92) transits the Coral Sea during exercise Talisman Saber 2013

Sailor watches an Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter prepare to land
East China Sea, June 22, 2013 - Sailor watches an Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter prepare to land aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown

An AH-1W Cobra is chained to the flight deck of USS Bonhomme Richard
Puget Sound, August 1, 2011 - A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1W Cobra helicopter is chained to the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

An MH-60S Sea Hawk takes off from the flight deck of USS Bonhomme Richard
South China Sea, February 8, 2013 - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter takes off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

A CH-53E Super Stallion approaches USS Bonhomme Richard
East China Sea, June 27, 2013 - A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter approaches the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

An MH-60S Sea Hawk lands on the flight deck of USS Bonhomme Richard
Joseph Bonaparte Gulf, September 7, 2013 - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter lands on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard
Sasebo, Japan, January 24, 2012 - The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) sits at anchor in Sasebo harbor

An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter lowers pallets of supplies onto USS Bonhomme Richard
South China Sea, February 8, 2013 - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter lowers pallets of supplies during a vertical replenishment on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

Sailors secure an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft
East China Sea, February 26, 2014 - Sailors secure an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

An aviation boatswains mate directs a CH-46E Sea Knight
East China Sea, January 26, 2013 - An aviation boatswains mate directs a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter for take off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

Marines board an MV-22 Osprey on the flight deck of USS Bonhomme Richard
East China Sea, September 24, 2013 - Marines board an MV-22 Osprey on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

Airman fires a shot line from USS Bonhomme Richard
Gulf of Thailand, February 18, 2013 - Airman fires a shot line from the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

A landing craft air cushion prepares to enter the well deck of the assault ship USS
Pearl Harbor, July 6, 2010 - A landing craft air cushion (LCAC) assigned to Assault Craft Unit 5 prepares to enter the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6)

An AV-8B Harrier II launches from USS Bonhomme Richard
An AV-8B Harrier II light-attack jet launches from the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard as the ship transits to San Francisco to participate in Fleet Week festivities

Sailors watch a helicopter lift off the flight deck of USS Bonhomme Richard
Pacific Ocean, January 17, 2012 - Sailors from the air department aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard stand position as a helicopter lifts off from the flight deck

Marines fire rounds at targets on the aircraft elevator aboard USS Bonhomme Richard
Philippine Sea, October 1, 2012 - Marines fire rounds at targets on the aircraft elevator during a live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters take off from USS Bonhomme Richard
Gulf of Thailand, February 14, 2013 - CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters take off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

BONHOMME RICHARD, 1779. The engagement between Bonhomme Richard, commanded by John Paul Jones
BONHOMME RICHARD, 1779. The engagement between USS Bonhomme Richard, commanded by John Paul Jones, and HMS Serapis off Flamborough Head, Yorkshire, England, 23 September 1779

American (Scottish-born) naval officer. Jones capturing the HMS Serapis, 23 September 1779
JOHN PAUL JONES (1747-1792). American (Scottish-born) naval officer. Jones capturing the HMS Serapis, 23 September 1779. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

The engagement between USS Bonhomme Richard and HMS Serapis off Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779
BONHOMME RICHARD, 1779. The engagement between USS Bonhomme Richard and HMS Serapis off Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779. After a painting, 1789, by William Elliott

The engagement between Bonhomme Richard and HMS Serapis off Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779
BONHOMME RICHARD, 1779. The engagement between Bonhomme Richard and HMS Serapis off Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779. Contemporary English engraving

The engagement between Bonhomme Richard and H. M. S. Serapis off Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779
JONES: BONHOMME RICHARD. The engagement between Bonhomme Richard and H.M.S. Serapis off Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779. Wood engraving, 1895, after Howard Pyle

American (Scottish-born) naval commander. Fight on the deck of the Serapis, 23 September 1779
JOHN PAUL JONES (1747-1792). American (Scottish-born) naval commander. Fight on the deck of the Serapis, 23 September 1779. Wood engraving, American, 1855

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"USS Bonhomme Richard: A Legacy of Courage and Power" Step back in time to witness the heroic tales that surround the USS Bonhomme Richard. From its early days as a vessel under the command of Paul Jones, to its legendary battles and modern-day operations, this ship has etched its name in history. In the engraving titled "Paul Jones Et Le Bonhomme-Richard, " we see Captain John Paul Jones himself, standing tall on deck, leading his crew fearlessly into battle. This image captures the spirit of bravery that defined the Bonhomme Richard throughout its existence. One such defining moment was the Battle of Flamborough Head on 23 September 1779. In another captivating engraving, we witness a fierce engagement between USS Bonhomme Richard and HMS Serapis. The clash showcases not only the might of these warships but also the unwavering determination of their crews. Fast forward to present times, where an MV-22 Osprey takes off from USS Bonhomme Richard's flight deck. This versatile aircraft symbolizes how this storied vessel continues to adapt and serve in modern warfare. Onboard, a soldier stands at attention - a testament to discipline and dedication upheld by those who have served aboard this iconic ship. As a landing craft air cushion approaches its well deck, it reminds us of countless amphibious operations carried out with precision from this very platform. The flight deck buzzes with activity as two CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters find their place alongside an MV-22 Osprey preparing for landing. These aerial assets demonstrate how USS Bonhomme Richard remains at the forefront of naval aviation capabilities. Amidst all this action, an Aviation Ordnanceman fires a 25mm machine gun while sailors stand ready beside him – showcasing both firepower and teamwork crucial for successful missions conducted by this formidable vessel. As it transits through Coral Sea waters, one cannot help but feel the weight of history on USS Bonhomme Richard's shoulders.