The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) – part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (CSG) arrived in Limassol, Cyprus on August 13, 2023 for a regularly scheduled port visit, demonstrating the continued strength of the U.S-Cyprus partnership.
“While operating in the Mediterranean, we were able to seamlessly integrate our strike group with allied units in the region. With the support of our allies and partners, we remain ready, postured, and prepared to respond to any disturbance in the region at a moment’s notice” says Cmdr. Tim Yuhas, commanding officer of the USS Ramage. “This visit to Cyprus will allow our crew the opportunity to take a breath, reset, and maintain our ship’s culture...
230923-N-LK647-1081 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 23, 2023) Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Michael Cameron, left, and Fire Controlman (AEGIS) 2nd Class John Haner, both assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), make a wreath from sage and lavender, as the ship’s Religious Ministry Team celebrates the Fall Equinox, Sep. 23, 2023. Normandy is part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group and is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Malachi Lakey)
