USS Mississippi Sailors Volunteer at Western Australia Wildlife Center

Roughly 15 Sailors labored a spread of duties on the wildlife heart, together with upgrading marsupial and wombat enclosures, bettering accessibility in public areas, and serving to with basic upkeep.

“As a Sailor, the concept of service is deeply essential to me,” stated Sonar Technician (Submarine) 1st Class Sean Benedict. “Coming to Australia is a as soon as in a lifetime alternative for many Sailors, so, having an opportunity to go to and in addition to assist with the local people has been very rewarding.”

U.S. Consul Basic, Siriana Nair, participated within the day’s occasions and stated she was happy with the Navy’s dedication to communities and conservation.

“Our U.S.-Australia alliance is longstanding and energetic all through Western Australia, and our shut friendship exists in any respect ranges,” stated Nair. “Sailors have a alternative between relaxation and rest at port or volunteering a neighborhood group. Greater than 50 sailors provided to volunteer their time to take part on this occasion and it reveals how keen they’re to attach with and serve the Western Australian group.”

Mississippi arrived at HMAS Stirling Naval Base in Western Australia, Nov. 28 for a scheduled port go to to boost interoperability, communication, and strengthen relationships amongst like-minded nations.

Mississippi is considered one of six Virginia-class fast-attack submarines to be homeported in Pearl Harbor. The submarine is 377-feet lengthy, displaces 7,800 tons, and is supplied to hold torpedoes and Tomahawk missiles. It possesses the capability to insert particular operations forces into a large number of environments and battlefield situations.

Mississippi is the fifth Navy ship, and first submarine, to be named in honor of the individuals of the Magnolia State.

For extra information from USS Mississippi, please go to https://www.csp.navy.mil/mississippi/.