NSF Finds an Icebreaker to Reach McMurdo, Science
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At the extremes of the Earth, scientists stymied by coronavirus concerns
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Endangered Icebreakers: The future of Arctic research, exploration and rescue at risk
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Icebreaker crew overcomes shaft seal, electrical breakdowns to reach Antarctica
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Ice breaker coast guard hi-res stock photography and images - Page 3 - Alamy
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US Coast Guard proposes purchase of existing icebreaker as Arctic 'bridging strategy' - ArcticToday
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U.S. icebreaker to visit New Zealand
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Extreme south 'Southern Cookin
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Arctic Security Cutters: Regionally Named, Globally Deployed
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United States Military Sealift Tanker
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US Coast Guard heavy icebreaker arrives in Antarctica
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The Last U.S. Heavy Icebreaker Ships Out
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Operation deep freeze hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy
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Coast Guard Icebreaker Fights Engine Failure, Flooding in Antarctic
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