In 1967, USS Hornet (CVS-12) deployed to the Western Pacific as the Vietnam War reached a critical turning point. Her crew operated in waters shaped by conflict, carrying out their anti-submarine warfare mission with professionalism and tenacity while the world watched Southeast Asia burn. This was a year of escalation, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment for every Sailor who wore the Hornet's patch.
This sweatshirt commemorates the 1967 WESTPAC/Vietnam deployment of USS Hornet (CVS-12), honoring the men who served during one of the most pivotal years of the Vietnam era.