assault craft unit

A permanently commissioned naval organization, subordinate to the commander, naval beach group, that contains landing craft and crews necessary to provide lighterage required in an amphibious operation. Also called ACU.

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

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naval beach group

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