USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75) is a United States Navy aircraft carrier, the eighth vessel in the Nimitz class. Named after Harry S. Truman, the 33rd President of the United States, who served from 1945 to 1953, the ship was commissioned on July 25, 1998. It serves as a floating airbase, equipped to carry a large number of aircraft and operate them for military missions. The USS Harry S. Truman has played a significant role in various military operations and exercises, supporting U.S. naval power and providing a platform for air strikes, reconnaissance missions, and humanitarian assistance. The carrier is powered by nuclear reactors, allowing it to operate for long periods without refueling. Its capabilities and versatility make it a key asset in projecting U.S. military presence and power globally.
The USS Harry S. Truman, a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, experienced a collision with the merchant vessel M/V Besiktas-M near the Suez Canal, causing minor exterior damage. No injuries or flooding…