The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) arrived in Karlskrona, Sweden, for a scheduled port visit June 28.

Jason Dunham's presence in Sweden reaffirms to NATO allies that the U.S. Navy shares a commitment to strengthen ties while working toward mutual goals of promoting peace and stability in the Baltic region.

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"I am very excited for my crew to be able to experience Karlskrona and to learn more about the culture and background of our Swedish partners. The more we learn about each other, the better we can operate together as part of a global network of navies.

- Cmdr. Darren Dugan, USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) commanding officer

Quick Facts:

* The U.S. Navy, on a normal and routine basis, operates ships in the Baltic Sea.

* Cmdr. Darren Dugan, the ship's commanding officer, is scheduled to visit with Ms. Camilla Brunsberg, the mayor of Karlskrona.

* Strengthening alliances during the port visit to Karlskrona demonstrates the shared commitment the U.S. has toward promoting safety and stability within the region, while seeking opportunities to enhance interoperability with its NATO allies and partners.

* Jason Dunham is currently operating in the Baltic Sea, working with allies and regional partners to help develop and improve our maritime forces, maintain regional security, and work towards mutual goals in order to advance security and stability in Europe.

* USS Jason Dunham, homeported in Norfolk, is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. The ship deployed from Naval Station Norfolk, Jan. 27.

* 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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