SAN DIEGO – The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Savannah arrived at its San Diego homeport on Aug. 7, following a 12-month rotational deployment throughout the U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of operation.
The Savannah operates with a dual-crew, allowing the hull to stay in theater for longer durations.
“I’m honored to welcome home the crew of the Savannah after a long and challenging deployment,” said Capt. Jose Roman, commodore, Littoral Combat Ship Squadron 1. “This warship showed strength in presence in strategically vital waterways and worked closely with our allies and partners across the Indo-Pacific. I know the families here today are just as proud of their sailors as I am.”
While on its maiden deployment, the Savannah conducted several multilateral exercises and port visits across the Indo-Pacific, including Cambodia, Singapore, Brunei, Palau, the Republic of the Philippines, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands, enhancing regional maritime cooperation and interoperability.
