By Ensign Marina Nanartowich, USS Carney Public Affairs
BODRUM, Turkey (NNS) -- The Arleigh Burke-class
guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) departed Bodrum, Turkey after
completing a scheduled port visit, April 29.
The visit highlights the U.S. Navy's commitment to promoting
peace and stability in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations.
"Our visit to Bodrum only strengthens our partnership
with Turkey, as the Sailors are able to see firsthand the rich Turkish culture
and history.
While in port, the crew had the opportunity to participate
in several Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) tours, including a scuba diving
trip, a tour of the classical city of Ephesus and a tour to Pamukkale. The
hospitality of the people of Turkey helped Sailors gain an appreciation for the
rich history, thus strengthening the bonds between the U.S. and Turkey.
"Bodrum is a beautiful city, and well deserved port
visit for the crew after a long time at sea," said Crossman. "We
truly enjoyed our visit and I know we will try to come back soon. The food, the
sights, and the people are worth coming back for."
Carney is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime
security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th
Fleet area of operations.
U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts a
full range of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation
missions in concert with coalition, joint, interagency, and other partners in
order to advance security and stability in Europe and Africa.
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