Lead ship USS Austin retired; recovered Apollos

AUSTIN RETIRED: The amphibious transport dock USS Austin (LPD 4) was decommissioned in a ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk, Va., on Sept. 27. As the first LPD-class ship built, Austin has been involved in many firsts through its service. The ship was involved in the nation's space program as the...

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