USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67) deployed on her 1980-81 cruise against the backdrop of one of the most turbulent periods in modern American history — the ongoing Iranian hostage crisis, the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, and a nation rediscovering its military purpose. Operating in the Mediterranean, 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.
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