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140131-N-CL550-512 GULF OF OMAN (Jan. 31, 2014) Aircraft carriers USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) and FS Charles de Gaulle (R 91), guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64) and the French frigate FS Forbin (D 620) part ways following a formation sail. Harry S. Truman, part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, is conducting operations with units assigned to French Task Force 473 to enhance levels of cooperation and interoperability, enhance mutual maritime capabilities and promote long-term regional stability in the U.S. Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Taylor M. DiMartino/Released) | ||
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The last photo reminds me of early 1942 shots of the "Lady Lex" steaming in the South Pacific with a squardon of Wildcats and a few TBMs. NRA Life Member DRSS-Claflin Chapter Mannlicher Collectors Assn KCCA IAA | |||
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According to that chart, it takes 2 French aircraft carriers to equal 1 American. There another one I don't see?  Grizz Indeed, no human being has yet lived under conditions which, considering the prevailing climates of the past, can be regarded as normal. John E Pfeiffer, The Emergence of Man Those who can't skin, can hold a leg. Abraham Lincoln Only one war at a time. Abe Again. | |||
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since they are allies now- japan needs to build some real carriers- "The rule is perfect: in all matters of opinion our adversaries are insane." Mark Twain TANSTAAFL www.savannagems.com A unique way to own a piece of Africa. DSC Life NRA Life | |||
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Curious as to why Italy, Brazil, Spain have carriers. Seems to be a waste of tax money for countries that can ill afford it. This also applies to the US, now days. Jim "Whensoever the General Government assumes undelegated powers, its acts are unauthoritative, void, and of no force." --Thomas Jefferson | |||
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As we just celebrated our independence, I wish to thank the French for coming to our aid in our war of independence from Great Britain. | |||
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