How cool is it to be a soldier on the $13 billion USS Ford? All-you-can-eat lobster and abalone!
Speaking of aircraft carriers, the best aircraft carrier in the world is currently in the United States, and among the 11 aircraft carriers in the United States, the USS Ford aircraft carrier is the best.
USS Ford is the lead ship of the U.S. Ford-class aircraft carrier and the 11th aircraft carrier in service in the U.S. Navy. The ship has a full load displacement of 100,000 tons and a maximum speed of 30 knots. Its advanced electromagnetic ejection system and interdiction system can carry a variety of carrier-based aircraft, including F-35 fighters, unmanned aerial vehicles, etc.
The construction of the USS Ford aircraft carrier adopts a large number of advanced technologies, including all-digital design and construction, advanced energy propulsion systems, etc., which have significantly improved its combat capability, mobility, and habitability.
The number of crew that can accommodate the USS Ford is quite large, and it is reported that it has more than 5,000 personnel, the vast majority of whom are men, and the proportion of female soldiers is relatively high compared to other countries, about 18%. Men and women are not tired of working together, and the American GIs are clear.
The standard of living of the officers and men on board the USS Ford is very high, not much worse than a five-star hotel.
Let's start with the living aspect, first of all, each crew member has its own bed and locker, and the beds are equipped with soft mattresses and a variety of bedding including bed linen, bedding, etc. In addition, the crew has its own personal washing area, including washbasins, showers, etc.
There are also several recreation and rest areas on board the USS Ford for the crew to relax in their spare time. These areas are equipped with a variety of entertainment facilities such as televisions, game consoles, stereos, etc. Crew members can also improve their cultural literacy by reading a variety of books and magazines in a special book reading area.
The USS Ford's gym is famous in the U.S. Navy, and as soon as you walk into the gym, you will be greeted by a spacious and bright space with all kinds of exercise equipment, from strength training equipment to cardio equipment. Treadmills, spinning bikes, elliptical machines and other aerobic exercise equipment meet the needs of the crew for cardiopulmonary exercise. At the same time, strength training equipment such as dumbbells, barbells, and bench press racks allow the crew to perform all-round muscle training.
Crew members can choose from a variety of exercise equipment according to their needs, whether it is aerobic exercise or aerobic combined strength training, they can be fully satisfied. The gym is also equipped with professional fitness instructors who can provide personalized fitness guidance and advice to the crew to help them better achieve their fitness goals.
It is worth mentioning that the hygiene and environment of the gym are strictly maintained and maintained, ensuring that the crew can exercise in a clean and comfortable environment. And, to cater to the tastes and needs of different crew members, the gym also offers a variety of nutritional supplements and healthy foods for the crew to choose from and replenish.
When you're hungry after your workout, it's time to go for a lavish dinner. The American chefs may not be as good as our Chinese chefs, but they are willing to use ingredients, such as lobster, abalone, and steak.
On board the USS Ford, the officers and men had a very hearty meal three times a day. Breakfast usually includes a variety of breads, omelettes, sausages, bacon, oatmeal, fruit, and milk, among others. For lunch and dinner, you can choose from a variety of meats, vegetables, seafood, legumes and cereals. In addition, there are dedicated halal and vegetarian areas on board the aircraft carrier to meet the needs of officers and men of different religious beliefs and eating habits.
In terms of ingredients, the officers and men on board the Ford can enjoy a variety of precious ingredients, such as fresh seafood, imported meat, and high-quality vegetables. There is also a dedicated food storage and processing area on board the aircraft carrier to ensure the freshness and hygiene of the ingredients. And that's just the main meal, in fact, the chef of the USS Ford cooks 12 meals a day, which also includes afternoon tea, supper, and dessert.
The USS Ford also has a number of cafeterias and snack areas for officers and men to enjoy 24-hour dining at any time**. These restaurants and snack areas offer a variety of drinks, snacks and refreshments, from a large glass of ice cream in the summer to an American BBQ steak in the winter.
In terms of food expenses, the basic officers and men of the Ford are 75 US dollars a day, almost 500 yuan. The senior commander also had a small stove and ate it separately from the ordinary soldiers.
In addition to eating, there are also many entertainment activities on board the USS Ford. The aircraft carrier has a large deck area, the USS Ford has a total length of 337 meters, a maximum width of 41 meters, and a deck area of about 18,000 square meters. On weekends, the deck becomes a place for parties. Boxes of barbecue, cold beer, and ice Coke are placed on it. There are a lot of people playing basketball on the deck next to them, and the petty bourgeoisie ** is also throwing a few shots of golf on the deck.
The U.S. Navy likes to play two kinds of games, one is to throw sandbags on the deck, which can exercise the cardiopulmonary function and limb flexibility of officers and men. The other is diving, standing on an aircraft carrier and jumping into the sea, guarded by a small boat below. This is a tradition of the American and British navies, because it is possible to escape if the ship is hit.
Although the officers and men of the Ford lived a leisurely life, they had to risk their lives in wartime, and the navy of most countries in the world was treated very well, and China's was not bad.
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