US aircraft carrier breaks record for longest deployment since the Vietnam War
Admiral Caudle acknowledged the record-breaking deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford while advocating for a change in naval deployment strategy.
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Admiral Caudle acknowledged the record-breaking deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford while advocating for a change in naval deployment strategy.
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The USS Gerald R. Ford broke the post-Vietnam record for the longest aircraft carrier deployment at 295 days. The milestone highlights significant strain on service members and equipment, prompting criticism from Senator Tim Kaine regarding the human toll of the mission's extension.
Virginia Senator and member of Senate Armed Services Committee
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