U.S. aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East, relieving long-deployed USS Lincoln
A Navy aircraft carrier based in San Diego, the USS Abraham Lincoln, is returning home after an extended deployment. The ship had been away for nine months and there were concerns about conditions for crew members on board.
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10 sourcesNews Wrap: USS Abraham Lincoln heading home after 9-month deployment
U.S. aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East, relieving long-deployed USS Lincoln
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2 developments- Aug 20US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East, relieving long-deployed USS Lincoln
- Aug 21Latest on USS Lincoln as it heads home to San Diego
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Quiet for 57 daysLast development · Aug 21 — Latest on USS Lincoln as it heads home to San Diego
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