U.S. warship commander hails Scotland as ‘majestic’

U.S. warship commander hails Scotland as ‘majestic’

The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Bulkeley has now departed His Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde after a port visit that underlined the strength of U.S.-UK defence ties. Arriving on 25 April, the guided-missile destroyer called into Faslane as part of her ongoing patrol with the U.S. Sixth Fleet. The stopover, say the U.S. Navy, served to reinforce transatlantic naval cooperation and provided an opportunity for the crew to engage with the local co…

USS Bulkeley's Scotland Visit Builds on U.S.-U.K. Relations

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84) arrived in His Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde (Faslane), Scotland, April 25, 2025 for a scheduled port visit and to enhance U.S.-U.K relations while building NATO cohesion. The ship’s presence is a demonstration of the partnership between the United States and U.K., and its continued commitment to the NATO alliance. “The United States does not face the challenging international e…