USS Normandy reaches Rijeka, Croatia

The USS Normandy (CG 60) arrived in Rijeka, Croatia for a scheduled port visit and mid-deployment voyage repair on July 26, 2023. [{ "selector": ".dbfrm-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 420px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The port visit to Rijeka strengthens the relationship between the United States and Croatia and showcases the commitment to European regional allies. [{ "selector": ".lwcje-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 420px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Capt. Errol A. Robinson, commanding officer of USS Normandy, expressed gratitude for choosing Croatia for mid-deployment maintenance availability. [{ "selector": ".wjblk-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 420px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Normandy's crew will have the opportunity to explore the rich history and culture of Croatia during their stay in Rijeka. [{ "selector": ".iwqfr-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 420px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Normandy's Sailors will also participate in a community relations project organized by the ship's Religious Ministry Team. [{ "selector": ".gaefp-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 420px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The last U.S. Navy vessel to visit Croatia was the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) on June 27, 2023. [{ "selector": ".lczrw-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 420px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) includes USS Normandy, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8, and Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 2, among others. [{ "selector": ".lnssp-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 409px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of operations is where CSG-12, Gerald R. Ford CSG, is currently deployed to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests. [{ "selector": ".matoi-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 412px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]