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The amphibious transport dock USS Nashville (LPD 13) rides at anchor astern of the USS Bataan (LHD 5) off the coast of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., during the Fleet Week USA Sea and Air Show on April 30, 2005. Both ships were part of a Marine amphibious landing demonstration using amphibious craft embarked on each vessel.

The amphibious transport dock USS Nashville (LPD 13) rides at anchor.

The amphibious transport dock USS Nashville (LPD 13) rides at anchor astern of the USS Bataan (LHD 5) off the coast of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., during the Fleet Week USA Sea and Air Show on April 30, 2005. Both ships were part of a Marine amphibious landing demonstration using amphibious craft embarked on each vessel.

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