Iwo Jima-class Amphibious Assault Ship
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Retired | 7 |
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Troops | 2,157 |
Operators | United States Navy |
Complement | 667 |
In commission | 1961–2002 |
Length | 592 ft (180 m) |
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ID | 2208961 |
About Iwo Jima-class Amphibious Assault Ship
The Iwo Jima-class amphibious assault ships of the United States Navy were the first amphibious assault ships designed and built as dedicated helicopter carriers, capable of operating up to 20 helicopters to carry up to 1,800 marines ashore.