![]() ![]() The aircraft carrier is positioned by the West Coast, representing President Reagan's two terms as Governor of California and the ship's homeport in the Pacific Fleet. "Peace through Strength" was a recurring theme of the President's life in public service. Four gold stars represent President Reagan's 40th presidency and his four pillars of freedom: individual liberty economic opportunity global democracy and national pride. The red border that rings the ship's seal is similar to the distinctive red rim that defines the White House china designed for the Reagans during their White House years. The design of Ronald Reagan 's seal was created entirely by her plankowner crew with historical assistance provided by staff members at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library foundation. The two administrative titles actually refer to one command carrying out two functions. Upon her christening in 2001, she was the first ship to be named for a former president still living at the time.Īs of May 2012 the ship is operationally part of Carrier Strike Group Nine and administratively under the command of Commander, Naval Air Forces Pacific/ Commander, Naval Air Forces. The ninth ship of her class, she is named in honor of former President Ronald Reagan, President of the United States from 1981 to 1989. USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76) is a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered supercarrier in the service of the United States Navy. USS Ronald Reagan in the Straits of Magellan in 2004.ġ01,400 long tons (113,600 short tons) ![]()
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