The U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier returned to its forward-operating port at Fleet Activities Yokosuka, July 26, to conclude the first half of its 2012 patrol.
USS George Washington (CVN 73) and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, traveled more than 10,800 nautical miles; conducted exercises and operations with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) and Republic of Korea (ROK) navy; and visited Busan, Republic of Korea (ROK), and Hong Kong, since they departed Yokosuka two months earlier.
“The real story today is not about the awesomeness or immenseness of this great warship; it’s more importantly about the men and women who own, maintain and operate the equipment day in and day out,” said Capt. David A. Lausman, George Washington’s commanding officer. “The Sailors are the true secret weapon and heartbeat of this aircraft carrier. They are the reason for George Washington’s sustained success and ability to quickly answer our country’s call 365 days a year. The crew continues to impeccably represent the ideals and strength of our country’s forward deployed naval force to every country they visit.”
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