Observing the Rescue AW1 William Davis of HSL-48 checks on a lowered search and rescue swimmer during a search and rescue mission over New Orleans. New Orleans, LA September 24, 2005 U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Williams.

Providing Comfort AW1 Scott Chun provides comfort to a Hurricane Katrina victime rescued from a New Orleans rooftop. New Orleans, LA September 5, 2005 U.S. Navy photo by PH3 Jay C. Pugh

Holding On AW1 Robert Webber of HS-75 maintains a firm grip on a rescued New Orleans resident. New Orleans, LA September 7, 2005 U.S. Navy photo by PH3 Kristopher Wilson

That's a Good Doggie!! AW1 Robert Webber of HS-75 calms down a New Orleans resident's best friend. New Orleans, LA September 7, 2005 Unknown source

Bringing Another One Home to Safety AW1 Tim Hawkins of HSL-40 retrieves and evacuates a Hurricane Katrina victim. New Orleans, LA September, 2005 U.S. Navy photo by PH3 Jay C. Pugh