![]() Sixth Fleet is permanently assigned to NAVEUR-NAVAF, and employs maritime forces through the full spectrum of joint and naval operations. invasion of the Philippines, and reinforced the Allies ’ control of the Pacific. Africa Command (USAFRICOM) areas of responsibility. Battle of Leyte Gulf, (October 2326, 1944), decisive air and sea battle of World War II that crippled the Japanese Combined Fleet, permitted U.S. Headquartered in Naples, Italy, NAVEUR-NAVAF operates U.S. Bush are the “Sidewinders” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, the “Jolly Rogers” of VFA-103, the “Nighthawks” of VFA-136, the “Pukin Dogs” of VFA-143, the “Bluetails” of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, the “Patriots” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, the “Nightdippers” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, and the “Grandmasters” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46.įor over 80 years, NAVEUR-NAVAF has forged strategic relationships with allies and partners, leveraging a foundation of shared values to preserve security and stability. The squadrons of CVW-7 embarked aboard George H.W. The ships of DESRON 26 within CSG-10 are USS Nitze (DDG 94), USS Farragut (DDG 99), USS Truxtun (DDG 103), and USS Delbert D. Bush, CVW-7, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 26, the Information Warfare Commander, and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55). ![]() The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier George H.W. Sixth Fleet area of operations part of the George H.W. Leyte Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. His leadership during that crisis made him a Navy icon. “The crew has the chance to culturally immerse themselves in a richly storied culture in Souda Bay and MWR is excited to provide multiple tours to the crew to see all that Greece has to offer!” In October 1944 the jaws of the Dual Advance clamped shut on the Philippines. Roberts when it hit an Iranian mine in the Persian Gulf in 1988. Jayden Hodgson, MWR officer aboard Leyte Gulf. “The Leyte Gulf crew has been working vigorously since its departure from Norfolk,” said Ens. Sailors will have the opportunity to experience the sites and culture of Souda Bay with tours offered by the ship’s Morale, Recreation and Welfare (MWR) committee. Naval Force Europe-Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF) area of responsibility. Souda Bay, Greece marks the first port visit during Leyte Gulf’s deployment to the U.S. “Being able to see all that Souda Bay has to offer while still being able to fulfill the mission is a great opportunity for Leyte Gulf and comes at a perfect time with the crew celebrating the ship’s 35 th birthday just yesterday.” Michael Weeldreyer, commanding officer of Leyte Gulf. ![]() ![]() “America’s Battle Cruiser is excited to make this visit and create some new friendships,” said Capt. ![]()
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