“You wouldn’t believe the amount of effort, logistics and detail it takes do this.”
You ought to see the effort and logistics that goes into loading an Amphibious Assault Ship (LHA/LHD) for a WestPac deployment.
40,000 tons empty, 880ft long. Submersible well deck. Flight deck 90ft off the waterline. A giant bread box.
Filled with an entire Battalion Landing Team, an integrated air assault squadron and air logistics.
6 VSTOL aircraft and 40 helos. Tanks. APCs. Arty. Jeeps.
And all the fuel, ammo, meds and supplies to support them independently for 30 days once they’re on the beach.
Oh yeah, I’ve seen pics of this type of vessel. Very interesting, even without the logistical drama.