USNS Harkness OCEANOGRAPHIC UNIT 5

USNS Harkness (T-AGS-32) was an oceanographic survey ship of the United States Navy, originally launched in 1967. Assigned to Oceanographic Unit 5, the vessel conducted hydrographic and oceanographic surveys, playing a crucial role in mapping the world’s oceans during the Cold War era. The data collected by Harkness supported naval operations, submarine navigation, and scientific research. Throughout its service, USNS Harkness exemplified the Navy’s commitment to technological advancement and maritime domain awareness before being decommissioned in the mid-1990s.