From War Is Boring:
Last year the U.S. Navy re-established its 4th Fleet to oversea operations in Latin America. It was part of a broader effort to push naval forces into previously neglected regions, in a bid to build new partnerships and encourage world stability. For its first 18 months, 4th Fleet, headquartered in Florida, sent hospital ships, amphibious ships (pictured) and shallow-water catamarans on humanitarian and training missions. Today 4th Fleet is a proving ground for soft-power and maritime-security operations for the whole Navy.
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My Comment: The key paragraph in this post is the last one ....
What does 4th Fleet not need? “I do not have a specific need for an aircraft carrier,” Kernan said. His words are a compelling window into the future of naval forces. As maritime security and humanitarian operations become more urgent and widespread, the argument for aircraft carriers grows weaker, while that for cheaper, more numerous amphibious ships and shallow-water vessels — plus surveillance drones — grows stronger ....
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