Forget Aircraft Carriers: The Blue Ridge-Class Is 1 of Navy's Most Vital Warships Ever
Story by Harrison Kass • 3d
Summary and What You Need to Know: The Blue Ridge-class amphibious command and control ships, designed as communications hubs for amphibious forces, have been in service since 1970. Only two vessels of this class were ever built: the USS Blue Ridge and USS Mount Whitney.
-Despite their age, these ships continue to serve due to upgrades provided by the Extended Service Life Program (ESLP), which modernizes their systems to support current missions.
-Bottomline: Initially renowned for their advanced electronics, these ships were equipped with the most sophisticated systems of their time, contributing to their longevity and continued relevance in the U.S. Navy's fleet.
Much attention is paid to prominent navy vessels, like the aircraft carrier, battleship, and littoral combat ship. But the Navy fleet is populated with a myriad of support vessels, many of which are lesser known.
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