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15 Jul 2012

Warship in Place to Guard London Olympics

'HMS Ocean' at Greenwich: Photo credit UK MOD

The warship will be berthed at Greenwich until after the Paralympics, and will act as a helicopter landing platform and logistics hub in support of maritime and air security operations. HMS Ocean will also accommodate 400 military personnel who will be part of the venue security force for nearby Greenwich Park. An amphibious assault ship, HMS Ocean is designed to deliver Royal Marines commandos to…

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