Princeton (LPH 5) - Naval Cruise Book

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MISSION waterborne a ssa ult. The enemy defenders in the beach area are constantly confronted with the danger of complete encirclement and subsequent annihilation. Third, Targets such as bridges, light fortifications, and lines of communication, may be cap- tured rather than destroyed thus allowing our own use of these essential items in the push inland. In short, vertical envelop- ment with its inherent increase in speed, mobility and flex- ibility, adds a new dimension to the amphibious assault. Embarking helicopters, as- sault units and their air trans- portable weapons, equipment and supplies, the LPH is the key to projection by vertical envelopment into enemy-held territory. On these pages you will see this technique in ac- tion on the PRINCETON.

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