USCG Polar Star Builds Next Generation of Arctic Experts While Supporting Global Cooperation
The nation’s only heavy icebreaker, USCG Polar Star, is making its way north this winter to conduct scientific experiments, collect data, and project the U.S.’s sovereignty in the Arctic. It is the ship’s first winter Arctic deployment since 1982.
“In addition to executing the missions of today, Polar Star is training the next generation of icebreaker sailors who will carry on this important mission into the future,” said Coast Guard Vice Commandant Adm. Charles Ray.
As human activity and international interest in the Polar Regions expand ...
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