U.S. 6th Fleet command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) arrived in Stockholm, Sweden, June 25.

This scheduled port visit seeks to enhance U.S.-Sweden relations as the two nations work together for a stable, secure and prosperous Baltic region and Europe.

Quotes:

"USS Mount Whitney's visit to Stockholm is a wonderful opportunity to continue strengthening the bonds between the United States and Sweden as we work together toward mutual goals. On personal level, we look forward to interacting with the great people of Stockholm to learn about and enjoy the rich culture and history of Sweden." - Capt. Carlos A. Sardiello, commanding officer, USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20)

Quick Facts:

Mount Whitney, forward deployed to Gaeta, Italy, operates with a combined crew of U.S. Navy Sailors and Military Sealift Command civil service mariners. The civil service mariners perform navigation, deck, engineering and supply service operations, while military personnel support communications, weapons systems and security. It is one of only two seaborne Joint Command Platforms in the U.S. Navy, both of which are forward deployed.

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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