USS Seattle (AOE-3) 1987-88 Cruise Sweatshirt

USS Seattle (AOE-3) deployed in 1987-88, providing fast combat logistics support to Atlantic Fleet battle groups during a period of significant naval activity in the Persian Gulf. The Sacramento-class AOE supported operations as tensions ran high in the region, ensuring carrier battle groups and surface combatants maintained full fuel, ammunition, and stores throughout their deployments. This sweatshirt commemorates that cruise and the dedicated crew of Seattle.