The Hughes Glomar Explorer represented the most audacious, expensive intelligence operation in CIA History. Initiated in 1971, with cooperation from eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes, the project built a specialty ship designed to raise a sunken Soviet submarine from its final resting place, 11,500 feet deep in the Pacific Ocean. The ship got underway in 1974 with a cover story of mining manganese nodules from the ocean floor as a commercial venture. The crew, who wore this uniform patch, were successful in raising a portion of the submarine's bow, which contained a ballistic nuclear missile, classified code logs, and the bodies of several Soviet crewmembers. The crewmembers were given a respectful burial at sea, and the intelligence collected proved a gold mine for the United States. S M L XL 2XL Width, in 18.23 19.76 21.26 22.76 24.75 Heigth, in 27.48 28.50 29.49 30.47 31.50 This high quality regular fit tee has a casually elegant vibe. Additionally, unbelievably soft tri-blend fabric makes it extremely comfortable - once put on, impossible to take off. .: 50% polyester, 25% combed ringspun cotton, 25% rayon.: Light Fabric (4.3 oz/yd² (146 g/m²)).: Regular fit.: Sewn-in label
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