USS America (CVA-66) 1971 Cruise Sweatshirt - FAMILY

In 1971, the war in Vietnam was changing — but it hadn't ended. USS America (CVA-66) deployed again in support of Operation Lam Son 719, providing carrier airpower as South Vietnamese forces pushed into Laos. Another deployment meant another season at home: managing everything alone, reading every word of every letter twice, and holding things together until the ship came back. This sweatshirt honors the resilience of the families who made it through — the people whose love and strength supported the crew of CVA-66 from thousands of miles away.

• 50% cotton, 50% polyester
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Air-jet spun yarn for a softer feel
• Double-needle stitching throughout