USS Independence (CV-62) 1993-94 Cruise Hoodie

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USS Independence (CV-62) 1993-94 Cruise HoodieIn 1993 94, USS Independence (CV 62) deployed to the Western Pacific, operating as the forward deployed carrier from Yokosuka, Japan. During a period of continued tension with North Korea over its nuclear program, Independence and her battle group sustained the deterrence and crisis response mission that keeps the peace in the Pacific, a vital responsibility that USS Independence carried with distinction.

Named for Commodore Richard Dale

one final Mediterranean deployment before CV-66 came home for good

and the American carrier fleet performed with a precision and lethality that demonstrated the value of sustained training and forward presence

The crew who made this deployment earned the right to wear her crest

she was back in the Western Pacific — the same waters she had patrolled through a decade of war

USS Constellation (CV-64) deployed in late 2002 and sailed into history when Operation Iraqi Freedom launched on March 20

the mission never changed — maintain presence

where the presence of an American carrier battle group was not just symbolic — it was essential

From the Israeli invasion to the Beirut barracks bombing that killed 241 Americans in October 1983

This shirt commemorates that landmark voyage and honors the crew who made the journey

Wear this sweatshirt with pride

USS Anzio (CG-68) deployed in 1998 to the Persian Gulf