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Old 10-26-2010, 11:25 AM   #7
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it makes sense. They have us as their major ally for naval support.
Air power and missles dominate the sea.

Funny - I watched the sinking of the Bismark last night on the military channel, one of my favorite naval battles/stories.
Until the Argentinians decide Falklans/Malvinas Act Tres is in order and the US also sits that one out on the fence ('cept for a little back door intel).

Also, seeing that Pax Americana (a/k/a US Navy providing freedom of commerce for all nations on the seas) is getting cut off at the knees, we may not be able (or willing) to help them, OR keep the sea lanes open.

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