Why the USS Lincoln turned up in Thailand looking so rusty
The USS Abraham Lincoln appeared visibly rusty upon docking in Thailand after a nine-month deployment supporting US operations in the Middle East. Military experts clarify that while the deployment length is unusual, the visible wear and tear is standard for vessels at sea for extended periods.
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The article addresses public concern regarding military readiness and maintenance standards during high-tempo naval operations.
Why did USS Lincoln turn up in Thailand looking so rusty? Close When the USS Abraham Lincoln docked in Thailand this week some people were quick to criticise the condition it was in.
The US aircraft carrier has been at sea for about nine months where it's been supporting the US-Israel war with Iran.
BBC Verify has spoken to military experts who say, although the length of its deployment is unusual, the wear and tear isn't. Jake Horton reports.
Produced by Kevin Nguyen and Blanca Estrada. Graphics by Leo Scutt-Ritcher.
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