amphibious assault ship (general purpose)

A naval ship designed to embark, deploy, and land elements of a landing force in an assault by helicopters, landing craft, amphibious vehicles, and by combinations of these methods. Designated as "LHA" or with internal dock as "LHD."

Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.

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air-capable ship
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