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Who is ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi?
The ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi was an Italian aircraft carrier, named after a key figure in Italian unification. It served the Italian Navy for over 40 years before being decommissioned. Its sale to Indonesia highlights how older naval assets can find new life with other nations, extending their service and providing a more affordable option for developing navies.
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