Piraeus, Greece marks the primary port go to throughout the Bataan Amphibious Prepared Group’s (ARG) deployment to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF) space of duty. Sailors and Marines could have the chance to discover Piraeus and partake in Grecian historical past, delicacies, and cultural excursions.
“I am unable to say sufficient nice issues in regards to the laborious work and dedication proven by your entire Bataan Amphibious Prepared Group and twenty sixth Marine Expeditionary Unit (Particular Operations Succesful) workforce all through the deployment,” mentioned Amphibious Squadron 8 Commodore Capt. Martin Robertson. “We’re excited for the chance to go to Greece, and are grateful to our Greek Allies for supporting this go to.”
For many Sailors and Marines, this will probably be their first time visiting the cities of Piraeus and Athens with excursions supplied by the ship’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation committee.
“Engineering has been working laborious throughout this deployment and I’m able to get some a lot wanted liberty in port,” mentioned Electrician’s Mate third Class Rahmhere Jones Ingalls. “I can’t wait to do some sightseeing in Piraeus and Athens, be taught in regards to the tradition, and take a look at Greek meals.”
Whereas within the neighborhood of Greece, the Bataan ARG and twenty sixth MEU(SOC) are additionally taking part in Train “Odyssey Encore,” alongside the thirty second Hellenic Marine Brigade, to showcase the operational capabilities of the Marine Air-Floor Process Drive.
Bataan, Carter Corridor and twenty sixth MEU(SOC) reintegrated with the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). The separation and re-aggregation of the Bataan ARG highlighted the U.S. Navy’s inherent flexibility to conduct operations each time and wherever we select, giving our nation and Allies deterrence and protection choices, in addition to reinforces the sturdy bond between the USA and Greece.
The ARG/MEU workforce will proceed to assist its NATO Allies by conducting routine operations, taking part in coaching workout routines, and supporting NATO priorities.
Headquartered in Naples, Italy, NAVEUR-NAVAF operates U.S. naval forces within the U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command areas of duty. U.S. sixth Fleet is completely assigned to NAVEUR-NAVAF and employs maritime forces by way of the total spectrum of joint and naval operations.
For extra info, please contact Amphibious Squadron 8 Public Affairs Group, CPR8PAO@lhd5.navy.mil.
