USNS Bob Hope (T-AKR-300) (Violet, LA)

First of her class of 7 Large, Medium Speed Ro-Ro Ships. Violet LA is her layberth where she is maintained on a ROS-96 status by the Maritime Sealift Command, meaning she can be ready for action in 96hrs or less.

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