USS Ranger (CVA-61) 1972-73 Cruise Sweatshirt

USS Ranger (CVA-61) deployed to the Western Pacific in 1972-73, arriving on station as Operation Linebacker I was launched in May 1972 — the most intensive air campaign against North Vietnam since 1968. Ranger's air wing flew strike missions against bridges, rail lines, and military targets throughout North Vietnam. The cruise also encompassed Operation Linebacker II in December 1972, the eleven-day maximum-effort bombing campaign that preceded the Paris Peace Accords of January 1973. Honor the 1972-73 combat cruise with this classic crew-neck sweatshirt featuring cruise artwork from the deployment. Pre-shrunk fleece construction, ribbed cuffs and waistband, and a comfortable relaxed fit.