The Mighty O

Commissioned in 1950, Oriskany was the first of the “super” carriers and nicknamed the Mighty O. Oriskany saw combat in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Between wars The Mighty O had a starring role in two major motion pictures: “The Bridges of Toko Ri” and “The Men of the Fighting Lady.” The Mighty O made seven combat deployments to Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. Decommissioned in 1976, the wartime veteran continues to serve the nation as a fishing reef off the coast of Pensacola, Florida.

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Book Specs Format: Paperback Trim Size: 5.5 x 8.5 Page Count: 65 ISBN: 978-0-9773723-9-3 Price: $9.95	The Mighty O Documentary Art Giberson
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	Commissioned in 1950, Oriskany was the first of the “super” carriers and nicknamed the Mighty O. Oriskany saw combat in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Between wars The Mighty O had a starring role in two major motion pictures: “The Bridges of Toko Ri” and “The Men of the Fighting Lady.” The Mighty O made seven combat deployments to Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. Decommissioned in 1976, the wartime veteran continues to serve the nation as a fishing reef off the coast of Pensacola, Florida. Have a look at Art's other books at: http://artgibbooks.com
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