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USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70)

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USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) is the third Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier and is named in honor of Congressman Carl Vinson of Georgia.

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Leaders

  • Captain Matthew C. Thomas

    Commanding Officer, USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70)

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  • Command Master Chief Chaddrake Lavallais

    Command Master Chief, USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70)

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  • Captain Erik Kenny

    Executive Officer, USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70)

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