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Originally Posted by dynalow
It goes without saying that the US Armed Forces will be knee deep in the aftermath aid effort. Old hat for America's Navy & Marines. 
["Secretary Hagel, where are the carriers? "
"Mr. President, the USS George Washington is in-port in Hong Kong today."
The U.S. Navy |
George Washington Battle Group to Support Philippine Recovery Efforts
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NNS) -- Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel has ordered the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) and other U.S. Navy ships to make best speed for the Republic of the Philippines.
The aircraft carrier, which carries 5,000 Sailors and more than 80 aircraft, is currently in Hong Kong for a port visit. The crew is being recalled early from shore leave and the ship is expected to be underway later this evening.........
George Washington Battle Group to Support Philippine Recovery Efforts
America's Navy..
