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USS Lincoln sailors return to San Diego after grueling deployment

Original: Thousands turn out to welcome weary USS Lincoln sailors after fraught stretch at sea Military families admit ‘mixed emot

Thousands gathered in San Diego to welcome home sailors from the USS Abraham Lincoln as the aircraft carrier returned from an extended, difficult deployment at sea. Military families described mixed emotions, expressing relief at the reunion while acknowledging the severe toll the long stretch away took on sailors and their loved ones.

Why now: The carrier's homecoming after a demanding deployment is an emotional milestone for military families and the San Diego community.

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• Thousands turn out to welcome weary USS Lincoln sailors after fraught stretch at sea Military families admit ‘mixed emotions’ as aircraft carrier finally returns to San Diego after grueling deployment that took severe toll https://www. theguardian.com/us-news/2026/o… · top_news

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