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USS Abraham Lincoln crew lands in Pattaya after 250 days
BBC News··3 Sept
Nearly 5,000 sailors from the USS Abraham Lincoln reached Pattaya, Thailand, after a record 250 days at sea. Many spent first hours shopping rather than in bars, the BBC reported. The carrier had operated in the Middle East before docking. Shore Liaison Group teams monitored discipline ashore. US Naval Attache Kristopher Robinson said sailors would follow US and Thai law.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Walking Street displayed a welcome sign for the carrier crew on Wednesday night.
- Sailors could stay off-ship at two beachside hotels, including the Hard Rock Hotel.
- Port calls in Thailand follow routine protocols for a treaty ally on the Gulf-to-California route.
What's Happening
- An older crew member said news reports put the voyage at nine months and that he had lost track of time.
- Shakeira Fairfax told Reuters morale was low at times for her daughter Jada Fairfax, 25, during the deployment.
- Robinson said the stop aims to give sailors rest after the long combat deployment.
Why the Stop Matters
- Conflict in the Middle East had reduced tourist traffic in Pattaya, the BBC reported.
- Crew members were briefed not to discuss on-board conditions from the Iran operation.
- Shore Liaison Group personnel coordinate with local authorities during the liberty period.
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