
USS Gerald R. Ford successfully completes Full Ship Shock Trials
Washington DC (UPI) Aug 9, 2021 - The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford has successfully completed its third and final round of Full Ship Shock Trials.
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Washington DC (UPI) Aug 9, 2021 - The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford has successfully completed its third and final round of Full Ship Shock Trials.
Aug 9, 2021

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