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Gulf cities to host maritime America 250 celebrations
Free deck tours, exhibitions and ship visits will draw at least 1,000 sailors and Marines as the Navy marks America 250.
- On Wednesday, April 15, Houston launched the first Navy Fleet Week in Texas history, running through April 22. Navy Admiral Daryl Caudle, Commander of the U.S. Fleet Forces Command, said at least 1,000 sailors and Marines will "flood the zone."
- These maritime events serve as part of America 250 celebrations commemorating the United States' 250th anniversary. The initiative aims to build positive relationships between the military and local communities while showcasing naval heritage.
- Visitors can tour three Navy ships, including the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge and two combat ships: USS Minneapolis-St. Paul and USS Cooperstown . The public may also board the 295-foot Coast Guard Cutter Eagle and USCGC Edgar Culbertson .
- New Orleans will host the inaugural Sail 250 event from May 27 through June 1, transforming the Mississippi River waterfront. Rear Adm. Calvin M. Foster, Deputy Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic, called it an "extraordinary opportunity" to connect with international partners.
- An international fleet will dock along the New Orleans waterfront for Sail 250, representing navies from Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, the Netherlands, Peru, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and Uruguay. This global participation underscores the maritime commemoration's international significance.
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