The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) departed Amsterdam after a scheduled port visit, May 3.

While in port Carney conducted a community relations volunteer project, conducted a tour of the ship for local children, and held a reception.

Quotes:

"Our time in Amsterdam was fantastic. We were able to build upon our already strong relationship with the government of the Netherlands and the Royal Netherlands Navy by welcoming aboard several government and military officials during a reception held aboard. The crew also had the chance to be involved in the local community by hosting a group of children on board and volunteering at an animal shelter. We also had the opportunity to enjoy the rich culture, stunning scenery, and fine foods of Amsterdam."
-Cmdr. Peter Halvorsen, commanding officer, USS Carney

Quick Facts:

* Carney conducted a reception which was attended by Charge d'Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in The Hague Shawn Crowley, as well as members of the Dutch Parliament and armed forces.
* Carney hosted children from the local Big Brothers and Big Sisters organization and gave them a tour of the ship.
* Sailors conducted a community relations volunteer project at a local animal shelter where they cleaned the grounds and painted fences.
* Strengthening partnerships during the port visit to the Netherlands demonstrates the enduring relationships and shared commitment we have to promote safety and stability within the region, while seeking opportunities to enhance our interoperability as NATO allies.
* The Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) previously visited the Netherlands in June 2016.
* U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

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