(6.1.2016) Ambassador Joseph W. Westphal and Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Carl E. Mundy III were among the many distinguished visitors who took advantage of the opportunity to visit Kearsarge while the ship is forward deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

„It was an honor to host the ambassador,“ said Capt. Larry G. Getz, commanding officer of Kearsarge. „Our international partnerships and coalitions are critical for mission accomplishment. We could not do what we do without the support of our allies.“