11.   U.S. amphibious group transits Suez Canal en route to Gulf.

12.   But military historians say the amphibious group was too cautious.

13.   The ships have a marine expeditionary unit on board, including an amphibious ready group, which constitutes a marked buildup of US military might off Haiti.

14.   It is supported by a sea-based amphibious group.

15.   The amphibious group Tripoli includes the USS Cleveland, the USS Fort McHenry and the USS Rushmore.