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Old 04-05-2006, 12:06 PM   #30 (permalink)
Wraith601
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Originally Posted by gunnut
USN is trying to maintain 12 carrier groups and 12 amphibious groups. But looks like the JFK will be retired prematurely: http://www.defenseindustrydaily.com/...-jfk/index.php

For comparison, here is a list of current USN ship building contracts: http://www.coltoncompany.com/shipbld...government.htm
Looks like we're finally getting an 8th wasp class LHD.
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