FOREWORD 



This technical report presents data collected in an area 

 that offers a real challenge to the oceanographer - The Indian 

 Ocean . 



The observations from aboard USCGC EASTWIND were 

 made in water where few oceanographic measurements previously 

 had been taken . 



These data corroborate the findings of some earlier voyages 

 and add to the marine scientists' knowledge of the environmental 

 conditions of this vast ocean . 



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Rear Admiral , U.S. Navy 



Commander 



