France's Mistral-class Amphibious Assault Ships: Mini Aircraft Carriers?
France's Mistral-class amphibious assault ships, commissioned between 2006-2012, embody formidable naval power, capable of carrying 16 heavy helicopters and a mechanized regiment. These "helicopter carriers" were designed as part of France's vision to enhance its amphibious operational capabilities within NATO and the European Amphibious Initiative.
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