FS Charles de Gaulle

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The Charles De Gaulle (R91) is the only serving French aircraft carrier and is the flagship of the French Navy (Marine Nationale). She is the first French nuclear-powered surface vessel and the tenth carrier in the history of the French Navy. She is named after the French statesman and general Charles De Gaulle.

Related Topics:
French - Aircraft carrier - French Navy - Nuclear - Charles De Gaulle

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Her complement of Dassault Rafale and E-2 Hawkeye, as well as state-of-the-art electronics and Aster missiles, give her offensive power unseen before in France.

Related Topics:
Dassault Rafale - E-2 Hawkeye - Aster

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