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[Battle of Bach Dang River]

US Navy to guard ‘freedom of navigation’ in Asia
26-Oct-2012 Intellasia | AFP | 7:56 AM

The captain of a US supercarrier said Thursday the US Navy’s presence in Asia would help safeguard “freedom of navigation”, amid China’s claims to sovereignty over vast waters in the region.

The commander of the USS George Washington, which is on a port call to the Philippine capital, said the United States was not taking sides in territorial disputes but stood firmly for keeping sea lanes open.

“One of the reasons we deploy throughout the region is so we can carry forth the banner of freedom of navigation. It is very important to us given the trade that travels throughout the region on the seas,” Captain Gregory Fenton said.

US Navy to guard ‘freedom of navigation’ in Asia - Intellasia East Asia News

 

[Joe Shearer]

Do not exaggerate its influence, that's free international lane, they have done these many times, they always cruise in SCS.
This is a sensitive time, someone hype this just to make new tension on SCS, Maybe USN want to embolden philippine, Viet, just like what they always do, the empty promise!

The US AC not make china nervious, but seems make you exciting first, hehe!


That's a big challenge to india, hehe, kidding!
If India AC can come to SCS, that's a better party, If they can visit to Viet or Philippine with US AC together, that's much better!!

If these are open seas, why did the PLAN keep tracking Indian warships during their transit, and keep sending them insolent messages?

 

[SinoChallenger]

If these are open seas, why did the PLAN keep tracking Indian warships during their transit, and keep sending them insolent messages?

Open to everybody but india, obviously, because you are the enemy.

 

[applesauce]

If these are open seas, why did the PLAN keep tracking Indian warships during their transit,

whats wrong with tracking ships? every serious military power tracks every other power

and keep sending them insolent messages?

this never happened, if the Indian leadership believes some ten year broadcasting into an open channel then you got far bigger problems to worry about than china

 

[applesauce]

Am looking at new artificial coral reef

u mean artifical coral reef builder, using materials supplied by the PN ...i would say fleet but u only have like 5 ships worth mentioning lol

 

[Viet]

Source: USS George Washington (CVN 73)

General quarters drill aboard the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jacob I. Allison/RELEASED) BT947

121020-N-BT947-015 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2012) Quartermaster 3rd Class Joel Seragalindo, from Sabana Grando, Puerto Rico.

121020-N-BT947-024 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2012) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Diana Deleon, from Bakersville, Calif.

121020-N-BT947-029 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2012) Quartermaster Seaman Giaus Iriaka, from Queens, New York, charts a course by hand

121020-N-BT947-064 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2012) Operations Specialist Seaman Rachel Brown, from Cypress, Texas, operates the SPA-25 radar tracking system.

121020-N-BT947-088 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2012) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Chris Norton, from Midwest City, Ok., charts the ship's course on a dead reckoning tracker (DRT).

121020-N-BT947-107 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2012) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Deondre Quinn, from Saint Louis, operates the ship's self defense station.

121020-N-SF704-002 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2012) Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Jason Jackson, from Versailles, Ky.

121020-N-XF988-039 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2012) Cmdr. Jerry Stokes, air operations officer aboard the U.S. Navy’s forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), discusses flight operations with international journalists during a tour of the ship.

 

[Zero_wing]

u mean artifical coral reef builder, using materials supplied by the PN ...i would say fleet but u only have like 5 ships worth mentioning lol

nope am pretty sure its your ships i mean its not just the PN there's US, Japan, Vietnam etc so ya thank you for helping the fish like you people know our ships ha laughable in your part

 

[SinoChallenger]

nope am pretty sure its your ships i mean its not just the PN there's US, Japan, Vietnam etc so ya thank you for helping the fish like you people know our ships ha laughable in your part

So why didn't they save you when China spanked you like a baby and took Scarborough Shoal like candy?

 

[Zero_wing]

So why didn't they save you when China spanked you like a baby and took Scarborough Shoal like candy?

Well you didn't one we had an agreement that both countries withdraw from the area but only mine followed that agreement meaning you people have no true word but we are still in control because our ships can still come and go in the area i was told by one of my cost guard friends that we are running circles on those chinese invader ships and when our new PCG ships (brand new) from Japan comes will be cooling you off with sea water all the way back to china 500 miles away and FYI sir if you have no effective control in the area its not a victory so ya right! go back home invader and deal with you lose and still waiting for your nukes? and i see you have taken your meds today good for you! i hope you feel better! and please continue to take them

 

[Fanling Monk]

South China Sea Fleet holds drills


A South China Sea Fleet marine brigade has recently conducted drills to enhance its efficiency in dealing with marine emergencies. The exercise involved judging water situations, strengthening cooperation capability between the seaborne command post and bank bases, and improving other overall emergency operation skills.

South China Sea Fleet holds drills- China.org.cn

 

[yusheng]

Type 071 amphibious transport dock

The Type 071 (Yuzhao-class) are amphibious warfare ships of the People's Republic of China's People's Liberation Army Navy. They are built by the Shanghai-based Hudong-Zhonghua Shipyard, and the first entered service in late-2007.

The Type 071 has a capacity of one marine battalion, including 500-800 troops, and 15-20 amphibious armoured vehicles. Troops and equipment may be deployed to over longer distances and to more difficult terrain by hovercraft and helicopters. The well deck may hold four Yuyi-class LCAC.

The ship is armed with one 76 mm gun and four 30 mm close-in weapon systems.

The Type 071 may operate as the flagship of a task force. As with similar ships, it may also conduct humanitarian and civilian evacuation missions in addition to amphibious landing.

Type: Amphibious transport dock
Displacement: 19,000 long tons (19,000 t)
Length: 210 m (689 ft 0 in)
Beam: 28 m (91 ft 10 in)
Draft: 7 m (23 ft 0 in)
Propulsion: CODAD
4 × SEMT Pielstick 16 PC2.6 V400 diesel engines, 47,200 hp (35,197 kW)
2 × shafts [1]

Speed: 22 knots (41 km/h; 25 mph)+
Range: 6,000 nmi (11,000 km) at 18 knots (33 km/h; 21 mph)
Boats & landing
craft carried: • 4 × air-cushioned landing craft
• 2 × landing craft on port/starboard davits
Capacity: 15-20 armoured vehicles
Troops: 500-800 troops


and new type 081 is said to be under construction:

 

[SinoChallenger]

Well you didn't one we had an agreement that both countries withdraw from the area but only mine followed that agreement meaning you people have no true word but we are still in control because our ships can still come and go in the area i was told by one of my cost guard friends that we are running circles on those chinese invader ships and when our new PCG ships (brand new) from Japan comes will be cooling you off with sea water all the way back to china 500 miles away and FYI sir if you have no effective control in the area its not a victory so ya right! go back home invader and deal with you lose and still waiting for your nukes? and i see you have taken your meds today good for you! i hope you feel better! and please continue to take them

You are afraid of the rope with we tied to Scarborough Shoal and afraid to enter the lagoon.

Keep dreaming. What happened to that capital warship you brought out last time to threaten our fisherman?

 

[EastSea]

US carrier passes through S. China Sea


Philippine media say the US aircraft carrier, the George Washington, passed through the South China Sea on Saturday, on its way to the Philippines.
The ship will also pass through waters around Huangyan Island. The aircraft carrier is accompanied by at least two destroyers. It will arrive in the Philippines on Wednesday, for a four-day visit.
The US embassy in the Philippines says the visit is aimed at improving historical relations between the US and the Philippines.

US carrier passes through S. China Sea CCTV News - CNTV English

 

[Zero_wing]

You are afraid of the rope with we tied to Scarborough Shoal and afraid to enter the lagoon.

Keep dreaming. What happened to that capital warship you brought out last time to threaten our fisherman?

Its not a dream we been passing inside you have no control of the area your trespassing your poachers are a problem

US carrier passes through S. China Sea


Philippine media say the US aircraft carrier, the George Washington, passed through the South China Sea on Saturday, on its way to the Philippines.
The ship will also pass through waters around Huangyan Island. The aircraft carrier is accompanied by at least two destroyers. It will arrive in the Philippines on Wednesday, for a four-day visit.
The US embassy in the Philippines says the visit is aimed at improving historical relations between the US and the Philippines.

US carrier passes through S. China Sea CCTV News - CNTV English

its not Huangyan Island its Scarborough Shoal or Panatag Shoal in filipino stop supporting our chinese enemy

 

[yusheng]

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it happened 2007, hope not again.