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09-26-07, 02:44 PM
After 37 years of service, amphibious transport dock is retired
By LOUIS HANSEN, The Virginian-Pilot
September 26, 2007 | Last updated 1:14 PM Sep. 26
NORFOLK
The amphibious transport dock Shreveport was decommissioned today during a ceremony at Norfolk Naval Station.
The ship, used to transport Marines and their equipment, was commissioned in December, 1970, and made its first deployment about two years later. The Shreveport served in operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
Its recent missions include supporting relief after Hurricane Katrina and deploying twice to the Persian Gulf.
During its 37 years of service, the ship provided a home for more than 5,000 sailors and 6,000 Marines, according to the Navy. The ship was commanded by Capt. Paul Monger.
Louis Hansen, (757) 446-2322,
louis.hansen@pilotonline.com
Ellie
By LOUIS HANSEN, The Virginian-Pilot
September 26, 2007 | Last updated 1:14 PM Sep. 26
NORFOLK
The amphibious transport dock Shreveport was decommissioned today during a ceremony at Norfolk Naval Station.
The ship, used to transport Marines and their equipment, was commissioned in December, 1970, and made its first deployment about two years later. The Shreveport served in operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
Its recent missions include supporting relief after Hurricane Katrina and deploying twice to the Persian Gulf.
During its 37 years of service, the ship provided a home for more than 5,000 sailors and 6,000 Marines, according to the Navy. The ship was commanded by Capt. Paul Monger.
Louis Hansen, (757) 446-2322,
louis.hansen@pilotonline.com
Ellie