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USS Abraham Lincoln Returns After 264-Day Deployment | US News
After 264 straight days at sea, the USS Abraham Lincoln docked in Thailand for a much-needed five-day break before heading home — a rare respite for its 5,000-strong crew who’ve spent nearly seven months in the Middle East, including 200 days in combat. Commanding Officer Captain Dan Keeler praised Thai hospitality and the Navy’s MWR programs that connected sailors with local culture. The ship’s mission included critical operations like a maritime blockade against Iranian ports, while the USS George Washington steps in for rotation. With the Lincoln’s crew having logged 266 total deployment…
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