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The Navy’s Very Expensive Mistake

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Littoral Combat Ship: A Troubling Journey

This chapter explores the ambitious development of the littoral combat ship, built to enhance naval capabilities in coastal waters, but ultimately plagued by significant mechanical failures and rising costs. It details the Navy's initial optimism contrasted with the harsh reality of operational shortcomings, leading to a critical reassessment of the vessel's effectiveness.

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