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 Alexandria, VA 
May 5, 2009 
The littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) pulls into port at 
				Robinson Terminal in Old Town Alexandria, Va. 
The Freedom brings 
				new capabilities to the fleet, including the ability to travel 
				closer to shore than a conventional ship, providing a 
				considerable advantage in the war on terror. 
			US Navy photo by 
				Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Brien Aho  |