By Ensign Marc D. Schron, Destroyer Squadron 24 Public Affairs
May 7, 2010 - KLAIPEDA, Lithuania (NNS) -- Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69) visited Klaipeda, Lithuania May 4-7 for a three-day theater security cooperation (TSC) port visit to the country.
Sailors took part in various events including community relations (COMREL) projects, school tours, sporting events and multiple receptions hosted both aboard Vicksburg and by the Lithuanian navy.
Distinguished guests included various officials from the Lithuanian Ministry of Defense and Lithuanian navy. Melnrage Municipality was the center of COMREL efforts, where Sailors cleaned five kilometers of beachfront, dug out 15 beach accesses, cleared playgrounds and removed cement debris.
Following the clean-up, the Lithuanian and U.S. navies partnered to host a barbeque at the nearby Palanga radar station.
Crew members on Vicksburg's basketball and soccer teams also participated in games against Lithuanian navy teams.
The events are part of a scheduled U.S. 6th Fleet TSC port visit, focused on promoting maritime safety and security through strengthened relationships with partner nations.
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