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"Wherever the United States Ship Nimitz shows her flag, she will be seen as we see her now - a solid symbol of United States strength; United States resolve. Made in America and manned by Americans. Whether its mission is one of defense, diplomacy, or humanity, Nimitz will command awe and admiration from some, caution and circumspection from others and respect from all."-Honorable Gerald R. Ford, President of the United States at the commissioning of U.S.S. Nimitz Upon commissioning on May 3, 1975, the U.S.S. Nimitz secured a proud, prominent, and secure place in history, just as her namesake, Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz. The Nimitz- class carriers (7 operational and 2 under construction as of information from 6 March 2000) are the largest warships in the world and the backbone of America's Naval force, and serve to: S Provide a sustainable and independently operating "forward prese
S medical department with 6 doctors (including a surgeon) and an 80- bed hospital ward S dental facilities, staffed by 5 dentists As stated before the Nimitz- class ships are the largest warships in the world. Spanning 1,092 feet long, 252 feet wide, and over 18 stories high from the keel to the keel to atop the mast, she is a very prominent force in the fleet. The flight deck alone is nearly 4.5 acres. She can accommodate about 6,000 persons. The Nimitz definitely fits the statement that she is a floating city.
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