By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan B. Trejo
HAIFA, Israel (NNS) -- The San Antonio-class amphibious
transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) arrived in Haifa, Israel for a
scheduled port visit Dec.31, 2014.
While in port, the ship's Sailors and Marines have the
opportunity to visit some local sights, experience the culture, and interact
with the people of Haifa. Sailors and Marines will also have the opportunity to
choose from various tours provided by Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR).
Quote:
"We have been presented with an excellent opportunity
for the Sailors and Marines on board USS New York to enjoy liberty and embrace
a culture few Americans get to witness first-hand. Additionally, we will be
hosting several tours on board for personnel of the U.S. Embassy, which gives
us a chance to share our ship's heritage and meaning. We are grateful for the
opportunity to celebrate the New Year with the citizens of Haifa, Israel."
- Capt. Christopher Brunett, commanding officer, USS New York.
Quick Facts:
This is the first port visit for New York during its routine
deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation. The ship departed Naval
Station Mayport, Florida, Dec. 11 and spent the past 20 days crossing the
Atlantic Ocean, transiting through the Strait of Gibraltar and crossing the
Mediterranean Sea.
USS New York, deployed as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious
Ready Group/24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (IWO ARG/24MEU), is conducting naval
operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national
security interests in Europe.
Along with USS New York, the Iwo Jima ARG/24 MEU is
comprised of embarked Marines from the 24th MEU, the multi-purpose amphibious
assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), the amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort
McHenry (LSD 43).
U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the
full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied,
joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests
and security and stability in Europe and Africa.
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