Photo Essay: US Navy's New Littoral Combat Ship USS Independence

The littoral combat ship Independence (LCS 2) is the second ship in a new design of next-generation combat vessel for close-to-shore operations is seen here in this May 2008 file photo. The ship will have a crew of less than 40 Sailors and will be able to reach a sustained speed of more than 50 knots. The larger flight deck will accommodate two SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopters or one CH-53-class helicopter. (U.S. Navy Photo.)

The littoral combat ship Independence (LCS 2) is the second ship in a new design of next-generation combat vessel for close-to-shore operations is seen here in this May 2008 file photo.. The ship will have a crew of less than 40 Sailors and will be able to reach a sustained speed of more than 50 knots. The larger flight deck will accommodate 2 SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopters or one CH-53-class helicopter. (U.S. Navy Photo.)

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