Description: This Vietnam war in-country machine embroidered patch measures approximately 3.7" by 3.5", used condition. A valuable addition to your military memorabilia collection. During the Vietnam War, the aircraft carriers USS Midway (CVA-41), USS Coral Sea (CVA-43), and USS Constellation (CVA-64) played crucial roles in supporting U.S. military operations in Southeast Asia. These carriers were part of the U.S. Navy's Seventh Fleet, which operated in the waters surrounding Vietnam.USS Midway (CVA-41):The USS Midway, one of the longest-serving aircraft carriers in U.S. Navy history, was commissioned in September 1945, just after World War II ended. During the Vietnam War, Midway conducted multiple deployments to the waters off Vietnam, providing air support for ground forces and conducting strikes against enemy targets.Midway participated in Operation Rolling Thunder, the sustained bombing campaign against North Vietnam, and Operation Linebacker, which intensified the air campaign against North Vietnam in 1972. It also played a significant role in the evacuation of Saigon in 1975.Midway's aircraft flew a variety of missions, including close air support, interdiction, reconnaissance, and anti-submarine warfare.USS Coral Sea (CVA-43):Commissioned in 1947, USS Coral Sea was one of the Navy's first large aircraft carriers and served extensively during the Vietnam War. Coral Sea participated in numerous combat operations, including Operation Rolling Thunder and Operation Linebacker.Coral Sea's air wing conducted airstrikes against enemy targets in North and South Vietnam, as well as in Laos and Cambodia. It also provided close air support for ground troops and conducted reconnaissance missions.In 1972, Coral Sea was one of the carriers involved in the mining of Haiphong Harbor, a key North Vietnamese port, as part of Operation Pocket Money.USS Constellation (CVA-64):USS Constellation was commissioned in 1961 and quickly became involved in the Vietnam War. It conducted multiple deployments to the waters off Vietnam, providing air support for ground forces and conducting airstrikes against enemy targets.Constellation participated in Operation Rolling Thunder and Operation Linebacker, contributing significantly to the U.S. air campaign against North Vietnam. Its aircraft flew thousands of sorties, targeting enemy troops, infrastructure, and supply lines.In addition to its combat operations, Constellation was involved in humanitarian missions, such as the evacuation of refugees during the fall of Saigon in 1975.Overall, USS Midway, USS Coral Sea, and USS Constellation were instrumental in supporting U.S. military efforts during the Vietnam War, providing crucial air power and logistical support to ground forces and contributing to the overall U.S. strategy in Southeast Asia. Worldwide combined shipment is welcome to save you money. Please visit my EAZYCOLLECTIBLES Store for more great war items. Froo www.froo.com | Froo Cross Sell, Free Cross Sell, Cross promote, eBay Marketing, eBay listing Apps, eBay Apps, eBay Application
Price: 12.99 USD
Location: Westminster, California
End Time: 2024-08-09T14:09:02.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Conflict: Vietnam (1961-75)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: Vietnam
Modified Item: No
