Modern peer-conflict scenarios (US vs. China, Russia, or Iran) require sustained carrier strike group operations for protracted periods, which demands not only combat vessels but also replenishment ships; the Big Horn incident demonstrates vulnerability in this critical capability.
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Sal KaganoEvidence Quote
“if you start talking about people looking at scenarios for a potential peer-on-peer confrontation whether the US versus China or Russia or even Iran you have got to sustain a carrier strike group...for protracted periods of time that means...you need replenishment vessels”
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Sole US Navy Oiler in the Middle East - USNS Big Horn - Damaged | September 23, 2024— What's Going on With Shipping?Created: 8/10/2026, 10:51:52 PM
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