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From USS Chafee Public Affairs
DARWIN, Australia – Guided-missile Destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90) arrived in Darwin, Australia on Feb. 17 for a port visit as part of the commemoration ceremonies remembering the 70th anniversary of the bombing of Darwin during World War II.
The visit to Darwin is an opportunity for Chafee Sailors to engage with their Australian Navy counterparts and to interact with the local community. The crew is grateful to be in Darwin during this time to help honor and remember those who sacrificed their lives and for those who continue to serve today.
"It’s an honor and pleasure to be here in Darwin," said Cmdr. Justin Kubu, Chafee's commanding officer. "The officers and crew of Chafee are thrilled to be to able to show our continued support to our brothers and sisters of the Australian Defense Forces during this time of remembrance. “
Chafee Sailors will engaged in two community service events including visiting the Darwin Royal Hospital and participating in Aussie Rules Football with the Clontarf Federation. They also participated in ceremonies around the city, such as the USS Peary commemoration and the bombing of Darwin commemoration ceremony.
Chafee is on an independent deployment from its homeport of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii and is currently operating in the Western Pacific Ocean.