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Article: BLUE RIDGE ARRIVES IN SINGAPORE
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- US Fed News Service, Including US State News
- Article date:
- October 31, 2009
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SINGAPORE, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following press release:
USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrived in Singapore Oct. 29 for a scheduled port visit as part of the ship's fall 2009 deployment.
The 7th Fleet flagship's approximately 1,000 crew members and embarked staff will have the opportunity to enjoy visiting one of the world's most vibrant city-states, while fostering friendship and cultural relations.
"Singapore and the United States have a long history of working together in this region, and this port visit gives us the opportunity to build on that excellent relationship," said Capt. Thom W. Burke, Blue Ridge's commanding officer. "The crew is looking forward to experiencing the ...