Proceedings Magazine - September 2011 Vol. 137/9/1,303

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Frigates for Streetfighters
Issue: Proceedings Magazine - September 2011 Vol. 137/9/1,303
By: Lieutenant Justin Lawlor
The Littoral Combat Ship has been so drastically reduced in capability that it cannot adequately handle low- to medium-threat areas.
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Frigates for Streetfighters
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