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Roger Wicker: “The ability to conduct an amphibious assault against a defended shoreline is the core competency that distinguishes our…”

On the recordMay 17, 2011
The ability to conduct an amphibious assault against a defended shoreline is the core competency that distinguishes our Marine Corps from other ground combat forces.
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Roger Wicker
Republican · Mississippi

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Wicker emphasizes the importance of amphibious assault capabilities for the Marine Corps.

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