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There is always room for a little humor, even in the harsh environment of the North Pole. Navy Sonar Technician First Class Mark Pierce greets everyones favorite holiday figure, Santa Claus. Santa was of course Sonar Technician First Class Robert Bissonnette. Both are crew members assigned to the U.S. Navys attack submarine USS POGY (SSN 647). The U.S. Navys attack submarine USS POGY (SSN 647) returned to Hawaii, on Tuesday, November 12, after a 45-day research mission to the North Pole. The second of five planned deployments through the year 2000, USS POGY embarked a team of researchers led by Mr. Ray Sambrotto of Columbia University. During the several thousand mile trek, the submarine ...
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[Complete] Scene Caption: There is always room for a little humor, even in the harsh environment of the North Pole. Navy Sonar Technician First Class Mark Pierce greets everyones favorite holiday figure, Santa Claus. Santa was of course Sonar Technician First Class Robert Bissonnette. Both are crew members assigned to the U.S. Navys attack submarine USS POGY (SSN 647). The U.S. Navys attack submarine USS POGY (SSN 647) returned to Hawaii, on Tuesday, November 12, after a 45-day research mission to the North Pole. The second of five planned deployments through the year 2000, USS POGY embarked a team of researchers led by Mr. Ray Sambrotto of Columbia University. During the several thousand mile trek, the submarine collected data on the chemical, biological, and physical properties of the Arctic Ocean, and conducted experiments in geophysics, ice mechanics, pollution detection, and other areas. For the purposes of this voyage, a portion of the submarines torpedo room was converted into laboratory space. However at no time was the ship ever removed as a front-line warship.
Subject Operation/Series: SCIENCE EXPEDITION '96
Country: Arctic
Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Steven Vanderwerff
Release Status: Released to Public
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Santa Claus, also known as Saint Nicholas or Father Christmas, is a legendary figure who is said to bring gifts to children on Christmas Eve. The modern version of Santa Claus is based on a number of historical and cultural influences, including the Dutch legend of Sinterklaas, British and American Christmas traditions, and the Christian bishop Saint Nicholas. The figure of Santa Claus as we know him today - a jolly, plump man with a white beard, red suit, and black boots - was popularized in the 19th century through the work of various writers and artists, including Clement Clarke Moore and Thomas Nast. Today, Santa Claus is a beloved symbol of the holiday season, and continues to be a source of joy and excitement for children and adults alike.
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