U.S. Navy to Name Ship After Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg - The New York Times

The ship, a replenishment oiler, is designed to carry fuel to the Navy’s operating carrier strike groups.

The oiler ships measure 742 feet long and have the ability to carry up to 162,000 barrels of oil with expansive dry cargo capacity, aviation capability and a speed of 20 knots, the Navy said. She is… [+1235 chars]

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