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USS Grapple moored to buoy


USS Grapple moored over the Monitor (the “wake” behind the buoy is actually caused by a strong Gulf Stream current pulling against the buoy, which is firmly attached to a mooring anchor on the seabed). (U.S. Navy photo)



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