USS Howard (DDG-83) 2004 MAIDEN DEPLOYMENT Unisex Sweatshirt

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USS Howard (DDG-83) 2004 MAIDEN DEPLOYMENT Unisex SweatshirtThe 2004 maiden deployment of USS Howard (DDG 83) marked the ship's first major operational deployment following her commissioning in November 2003. Operating in the Western Pacific and Middle East, Howard's crew proved their readiness in support of post 9 11 maritime security operations and coalition efforts throughout the region. Named for Gunnery Sergeant Jimmie E. Howard, a Marine Medal of Honor recipient whose heroic last stand in Vietnam became

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