Thursday, December 2, 2010

An unconventional Christmas gift

Looking for that perfect gift for that one person who seems to have everything? The AP has the answer to your holiday prayers:

The British Royal Navy is selling a decommissioned aircraft carrier to raise money in the face of impending budget cuts. The HMS Invincible, which played an important role in the 1982 Falklands War, will be auctioned on a military disposal website. No price has been set. The military said in a statement today that all options – including the sale of equipment – will be considered during these challenging financial times. The Invincible was decommissioned in 2005 after 25 years of active service.


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