Did you know that the U.S. Military is one of the largest providers of international aid, a mission they perform in partnership with the Navy and Coast Guard’s Marine Expeditionary Units? These ships can reach just about any shore quickly and efficiently, ensuring Americans are safe abroad and playing a crucial role in rebuilding struggling regions at home as well as abroad.
The utility of these ships is not just limited to disaster relief and security – they are a key tool in the U.S.’s foreign policy because they are able to provide humanitarian assistance, conduct refueling and resupply missions, conduct port visits, execute military operations, improve the quality of life for local citizens living near our bases, and more.