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Strategic sealift forces Definition from Government Dictionaries & Glossaries
Sealift forces composed of ships, cargo handling and delivery systems, and the necessary operating personnel. They include US Navy, US Marine Corps, and US Army elements with Active and Reserve components. Merchant marine vessels manned by civilian mariners may constitute part of this force. See also force. (JP 4-01.6)
Source: U.S. Department of Defense, Joint Doctrine Division. ( About )