Eagle goes aboard the USS New York
Sailors, Marines and members of the Coast Guard have arrived by the hundreds in New York City — and they’re eager to meet New Yorkers, see the sights and chow down on some good NYC food.
Aboard the USS New York, an amphibious transport vessel which has returned to its namesake city for the first time since 2011, Capt. Brent DeVore told reporters that NYC is such a “rich, culturally diverse, amazing city and we’re just thrilled to be here.”
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The ship’s primary mission is to take Marines wherever they may be needed. On board this week for visitors to view are aviation units, amphibious assault units, a hovercraft in the well deck and medical capabilities.