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USS Guardian Hunts for Mines

AFN Sasebo

July 18, 2012 | 2:00

Even before Admiral Farragut uttered his famous "Damn the torpedoes! Full speed ahead!" during the Civil War, naval mines have played a role in warfare. Petty Officer Scott Bourque tells us how the crews of Mine Countermeasures Ships hunt for and destroy these hidden dangers. Produced by Petty Officer 3rd Class Scott Bourque.

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