USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) 1996 Long Sleeve Cruise Shirt

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USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) 1996 Long Sleeve Cruise ShirtUSS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) deployed in 1996 as tensions in the Pacific reached a post Cold War peak. In March 1996, China conducted ballistic missile tests near Taiwan as the island held its first direct presidential election. The United States surged carrier battle groups to the region, sending an unmistakable message of resolve. Carl Vinson's sailors were part of the American naval presence that helped safeguard democracy and deter aggression at a

Big John and her battle group represented the Atlantic Fleet's forward commitment as the Navy began rebuilding toward the Reagan-era 600-ship fleet

and fast-attack boats

in a year that mattered

at the sharp edge of history

On July 31

she had served throughout the entire war

honoring the crew who served aboard during that deployment in the post-9/11 operational environment

This sweatshirt is a tribute to the crew who brought the Big Dog home one last time

continuing a proud tradition of amphibious operations as a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship

Her air wing flew sorties in support of Operation Desert Shield

and submarines working in concert to ensure American dominance in the Pacific

Her air wing flew sorties in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm