The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) arrived in Marseille, France for a scheduled port visit, Oct. 21, 2015.

This port visit serves to enhance U.S.-France relations as the two nations work together for a more stable, secure and prosperous region.

"Our crew has had the honor to operate with the French Navy earlier this deployment and we look forward to spending time ashore in the beautiful city of Marseilles with the people of France before we return home." - Commander Megan Thomas, Executive Officer, USS Farragut (DDG 99)

"This is my very first deployment, and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to experience the rich culture Marseilles has to offer." - Ensign Gabriela Winter, USS Farragut (DDG 99)

Quick Facts:
* During this port visit, Farragut Sailors will participate in various tours of Marseilles and enjoy receptions with French dignitaries and members of the French Navy Reserve. Farragut will also host shipboard tours to various supporting organizations in France.

* Farragut, currently operating in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations, is working with allies and regional partners to strengthen interoperability, security and stability in the European region.

* Farragut deployed from its homeport of Mayport, Florida, March 9, 2015.

* 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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