The following is a letter from members of the House Armed Services Committee to Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel in support of an 11 carrier U.S. Navy. The U.S. is obligated to maintain an 11 carrier fleet under law.
Document: House Letter In Support of 11 Carrier Navy
January 28, 2014 3:44 PM
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