USS New York (LPD 21) Sets Sail for the First Time

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UNITED STATES - 3 JULY 2009

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The future USS New York (LPD 21) was put to sea for the first time June 27, transiting down the Mississippi River to conduct builder's trials.

Named for the state of New York, the ship and her motto "Never Forget" honor the victims and first responders of the Sept. 11, 2001, World Trade Center attacks. Constructed in Avondale, La., the ship contains 24 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center within the 311-ton bow unit.

During the four-day trial, Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding conducted comprehensive tests intended to demonstrate the performance of the combat and communication systems, propulsion plant, ship handling, damage control capabilities and auxiliary systems. Major events included full-power demonstrations during ahead and astern maneuvers, main ballasting, steering drills and combat system evolutions - all of which were successful.

The ship is expected to conduct acceptance trials this summer, followed by delivery to the Navy. The ship is scheduled for commissioning in November 2009, and her homeport will be Norfolk, Va.

"The LPD 17 class represents a revolution in amphibious ship design," said class program manager Capt. Bill Galinis. "These ships provide a much-needed capability for our country and our Navy-Marine Corps team."

Builder's trials are the first opportunity the shipbuilder and the Navy have to operate the ship underway, as well as provide an opportunity to test and correct issues prior to demonstration to the Navy's Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV). The success of this trial reflects the superb coordination and cooperation between the Navy, the shipbuilder and myriad contractors and subcontractors spread across the country.

Experts from the Navy's Naval Sea Systems Command, Program Executive Office, Ships (PEO Ships) and Supervisor of Shipbuilding Gulf Coast observed the ship's performance dockside and while at sea.

PEO Ships is responsible for the development and acquisition of U.S. Navy surface ships and is currently managing the design and construction of a wide range of ship classes and small boats and craft. These platforms range from major warships such as frontline surface combatants and amphibious assault ships to air-cushioned landing craft, oceanographic research ships and special warfare craft. PEO Ships has delivered 31 major warships and hundreds of small boats and craft from more than 30 shipyards and boat builders across the United States.






Class and type: San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock (U.S. Navy)

Length: 684 feet (208.5 meters)

Beam: 105 feet (31.9 meters)

Displacement: Approximately 24,900 tons full load

Speed: In excess of 22 knots

Aircraft: Four CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters or two MV-22 Osprey tilt rotor aircraft may be launched or recovered simultaneously. The ship’s hangar can store 1-2 aircraft.

Armament: Two 30 mm Close-in-Guns, for surface threat defense; two Rolling Airframe Missile launchers for air defense

Landing Craft: Two LCACs (air cushion) or one LCU (conventional)

EFVs: 14 Marine Corps Expeditionary Fighting Vehicles

Power plant: Four Colt-Pielstick diesel engines, two shafts, 41,600 shp
Crew 360 Sailors (28 officers, 332 enlisted) and 3 Marines

Troops: 699 (66 officers, 633 enlisted); surge to 800 total.

 

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USS New York (LPD 21) Completes US Navy Acceptance Trials
UNITED STATES - 27 JULY 2009

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The future USS New York (LPD 21) completed Acceptance Trials July 24, sailing from and returning to the Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding (NGSB) shipyard in New Orleans. The ship's bow stem includes thousands of pounds of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center.

New York is the fifth ship of the San Antonio class to be presented to the Navy's Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) for acceptance. This is the final major milestone prior to the shipyard delivering the amphibious transport dock ship to the Navy.

"The completion of acceptance trials is a major step towards bringing New York into the fleet," said Capt. Bill Glens, LPD 17-class program manager for the Navy's Program Executive Office for Ships (PEO Ships). "This week, four out of five San Antonio-class ships were underway at the same time. There's really no better indication that we're delivering urgently needed assets to our warfighters."

During the Acceptance Trials, NGSB successfully demonstrated a variety of systems including main propulsion, engineering and ship control systems, combat systems, damage control, food service and crew support. Among the highlights of the trial, New York successfully completed a full power run, self defense detect-to-engage exercises, ballasting, deballasting, and steering and anchor handling demonstrations.

In addition to the INSURV team, Navy experts from Naval Sea Systems Command, the LPD 17 class Program Office and the Supervisor of Shipbuilding Gulf Coast participated in the trials. Among the most interested ship riders were those men and women from New York's crew who will be moving aboard the ship in August shortly after delivery.

The future USS New York is scheduled for commissioning in New York City on Nov. 7, 2009.

PEO Ships is responsible for the development and acquisition of U.S. Navy surface ships, and is currently managing the design and construction of a wide range of ship classes and small boats and craft. These platforms range from major warships such as frontline surface combatants and amphibious assault ships to air-cushioned landing craft, oceanographic research ships and special warfare craft. PEO Ships has delivered 32 major warships and hundreds of small boats and craft from more than 30 shipyards and boat builders across the United States.

 

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Future USS New York Sets Sail for the Big Apple
UNITED STATES - 30 OCTOBER 2009

NORFOLK, Va. -- Future USS New York (LPD 21) left Naval Station Norfolk, Va., Oct. 29 to begin her four-day transit to New York City where the ship's commissioning ceremony is scheduled to take place on Nov. 7.

Part of the ship's mission is to return the 7.5 tons of steel recovered from the wreckage of the World Trade Center's Twin Towers to its home.

"We're going to bring New York home," said Cmdr. Curt Jones, the ship's commanding officer. "The sacred steel in the bow of the ship will get to go home, and we're proud of that."

The ship is scheduled to pull into New York City and sail up the Hudson River where it will dock on Nov. 2. City officials, a fireworks display and private boats anchored in the harbor will welcome USS New York and her crew.

"We'll be sailing up the Hudson on this ship," said Col. Mark Desens, commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force 26, out of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. "If you can't get excited about that, then you just can't get excited.

The ship's motto, "Strength forged through sacrifice. Never forget," speaks of the strong ties the ship and her crew has to the terrible events that took place on 9/11. Because of this connection, the ship will host on board receptions for first responders and their families Nov. 3 and Nov. 8.

"I know they feel a strong kinship to us and the feeling is mutual," added Desens. "I can't wait to meet them."

The ship will be open to the public on Nov. 4, and the 10-day celebration will also include tours, sporting events, theater shows and a visit to the World Trade Center site for crew members and their families.

"About ten percent of this crew is from New York," said Jones. "We like to think of the ship as a transition from that horrible day into what we have now, a global force for good."

Upon her departure from Naval Station Norfolk, the San Antonio-class landing platform dock ship carried 360 Sailors, 186 Marines, 60 naval Reserve personnel and members of both local and international media.

"This crew has done things in the last few weeks that set the standard," said Jones. "They are incredible."

Pre-Commissioning Unit New York is designed for 21st century expeditionary forces and fitted with improved aviation facilities that will have a mix of helicopters and the Marine Corps' new MV-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft. In addition to housing two fully-loaded Landing Craft Air Cushions, the ship's well deck can also hold 14 of the Marine Corps' new Expeditionary Fighting Vehicles, transport combat-ready Marines to their objectives and provide combat support with its 30mm guns.

The ship will depart New York Nov. 12, and return to its homeport in Norfolk, Va., where the crew will begin preparing for their first overseas deployment scheduled for sometime next year.

 

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New York Lands Marines, Full USMC Static Display in Transit to City
UNITED STATES - 31 OCTOBER 2009

PCU NEW YORK, At Sea -- The future USS New York (LPD 21) conducted surface and air onloads Oct. 30 just off the coast of Camp Lejeune, N.C., in preparation for the ship's Nov. 2 arrival in its namesake state, where it is scheduled to be commissioned Nov. 7.

The ship utilized landing craft air cushions (LCAC) embarked from Assault Craft Unit 4, beach masters from Beach Master Unit 2 and almost every type of helicopter available in the Marine Corps inventory.

"The ship's crew did an outstanding job of synchronizing all facets of the onload," said Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 3 Shawn McGowan, the ship's combat cargo officer. "They utilized the expertise of many personnel to conduct a simultaneously-executed onload."

Some of the shipboard divisions involved in the evolution included debark control, well deck control, combat systems and the pilot house. In addition to the LCACs, helicopters included CH-53 Sea Stallion, AH-1W Super Cobra, UN-1N Huey and an MV-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft.

"It's amazing to me how much coordination it took to both land helicopters and embark landing craft simultaneously," said McGowan. "The efforts of all personnel can not be overstated."

The ship took on more than 14 pieces of combat equipment and vehicles, which now occupy the well deck spaces. They will remain on static display when the ship pulls into New York City Nov. 2, for public viewing until Nov. 11 when the ship will head back to its home port at Naval Station Norfolk, Va.


ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 19, 2009) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handler) Airman Hannah Marihugh directs an SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter to land on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) during flight deck certification. New York has 7.5 tons of World Trade Center steel in her bow, and is scheduled for commissioning on Nov, 7 2009.



NORFOLK (Oct. 29, 2009) A landing craft air cushioned aproaches the amphibious transport dock ship Pre-commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21). The LCAC is embarking personnel and equipment aboard New York for the ship's Nov. 7 commissioning in New York.



NORFOLK (Oct. 29, 2009) A landing craft, air cushion (LCAC) and the U.S. Coast Guard patrol boat Albacore are underway near Naval Station Norfolk. The LCAC is embarking personnel and equipment aboard the amphibious transport dock ship Pre-commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) for the ship's Nov. 7 commissioning in New York.



NORFOLK (Oct. 29, 2009) Landing craft, air cushion approach the amphibious transport dock ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) after departing Naval Station Norfolk. The ship is in transit to New York for a commissioning ceremony Nov. 7.

 

[K^se]

I wouldn't have expected anything less from out Navy . Great show from our government having the remains of World Trade Center embedded as a living symbol in the ship of what happened on that fateful day..

 

[zagahaga]

that is huge!!!!

 

[TOPGUN]

Awsome ship great pic's!

 

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NYC Guests Visit PCU New York
UNITED STATES - 2 NOVEMBER 2009

PCU NEW YORK, At Sea (NNS) -- The crew of the future USS New York (LPD 21) and the ship's official commissioning committee offered several New York City distinguished visitors (DV) the once in a lifetime opportunity to embark a history-making U.S. Naval vessel at sea Nov. 1.

The crew brought the more than 80 DVs on board in Marine Corps CH-46 Seaknight helicopters.

They will remain on board for the transit into New York City Nov. 2.

"This is just unbelievable," said Rich Goldberg, a guest from DRS Technologies. "It's the experience of a lifetime for someone like me. My company makes a lot of the equipment for the military, and it's so great to get the chance to get out here and actually meet the men and women who use our products."

Once aboard, Cmdr. Curtis Jones, the ship's commanding officer, personally welcomed the guests to the ship. Crew members then escorted guests to their quarters and provided them with a "Navy and Marine Corps 101" brief held in the ship's chapel, which was followed by lunch and some interaction with the crew.

"I'm so glad we're finally here and get to show off all the hard work we've put into bringing this ship to life," said Hull Technician Fireman Apprentice Ty Ottbeiriger, an escort from the ship's "Crash and Smash" team. "Being on this ship is like being part of a family, and we're really proud of the work we do."

After lunch, the embarked Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force 26 provided the embarked guests with their "Green" tour. This included a hands-on tour of the cargo and well deck spaces which house embarked tanks, landing craft air cushions, amphibious assault vehicles and the Marine Corps' newest expeditionary fighting vehicles.

"This is a great evolution because it gives the guests a sense of what we do and how we do it," said Chief Information Systems Technician (SW/AW) Hakim Bristow, a group tour leader for the event.

Next, guests received a "Blue" tour from Sailors on board. This interactive tour included an in-depth look at the Navy's newest innovations in crew living spaces, messing accommodations and the ship's bridge.

"Being here brings back a lot of memories from that day. I worked near the World Trade Center on 9/11 so it's great to be able to see this ship bring some of them home in a way," said Sean George, a guest from Deuschte Bank. "I was looking forward to this whole experience, but I'm most looking forward to the 21-gun salute as the ship passes ground zero tomorrow."

Following the tours, guests again dined with crew members and were allowed the opportunity to visit the ship's store where future USS New York (LPD 21) memorabilia is available for purchase. The final event of the evening was an informal social mixer with the ship's crew, which included members of the embarked Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 26.

"I served in Vietnam, and when we came home, it wasn't a very welcoming experience," said Tim Dolman, a guest from the New York Yacht Club. "New York is a very eclectic place, and it makes me feel good to see the men and women serving on this ship getting such a welcome homecoming. I think this will help give a sense of peace to many people who lost friends, neighbors and loved ones on that day."

Nov. 2, the ship is scheduled to sail up the Hudson River and dock in New York City. City officials will welcome the future USS New York and its crew.

"I think the ship pulling in tomorrow is going to send the message that New York went down on 9/11, but they can't keep us down," said Bristow, also a native New Yorker.

This embark is an opportunity unlike any other, and few non-military personnel will ever get the chance these men and women did. To walk the passageways of this great ship, is to witness first-hand an epic part of U.S. Navy history.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 31, 2009) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd class Dustin Shipman, assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21), directs a CH-53 Sea Stallion helicopter as it is tied down to the ship's flight deck. New York will be commissioned in New York City Nov. 7.



ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 1, 2009) The amphibious transport dock ship Pre-commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) navigates off the coast of Long Island prior to her arrival in New York City. At approximately 8:00 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 2, the yet-to-be commissioned ship will come to a halt in the Hudson River. There, opposite the former World Trade Center site, the future USS NEW YORK (LPD 21) will dip her colors, fire a 21-gun salute to the people of her namesake city and state, and proceed to Pier 88 to be formally inducted into the Fleet at a shipboard ceremony on Nov. 7.The New York Has 7.5 tons of World Trade Center Steel in the bow. The ship's motto is "Strength Forged through Sacrifice. Never Forget."



ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 1, 2009) The amphibious transport dock ship Pre-commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) navigates off the coast of Long Island prior to her arrival in New York City. At approximately 8:00 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 2, the yet-to-be commissioned ship will come to a halt in the Hudson River. There, opposite the former World Trade Center site, the future USS NEW YORK (LPD 21) will dip her colors, fire a 21-gun salute to the people of her namesake city and state, and proceed to Pier 88 to be formally inducted into the Fleet at a shipboard ceremony on Nov. 7.The New York Has 7.5 tons of World Trade Center Steel in the bow. The ship's motto is "Strength Forged through Sacrifice. Never Forget."



NEW YORK (Nov. 2, 2009) Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 26 fire a 21-gun salute as the amphibious transport dock ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) passes Ground Zero. The ship has 7.5 tons of World Trade Center steel in her bow and will be commissioned Nov. 7 in New York City.

 

[HadaHada]

that's a nice ship but what are those 2 triangular shaped things on the top of the shape.. they make it seem a bit ugly

 

[third eye]

Great resilience displayed.

Reminds me of the nations spirit post Peal Harbour.

 

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The USS New York under the Verrazano -Narrows Bridge in New York on Monday, Nov. 2. The new Navy assault ship, built with World Trade Center steel, has arrived in its namesake city with a 21-gun salute near the site of the 2001 terrorist attack.

motto- "never forget"

 

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Navy To Commission Amphibious Transport Dock Ship New York
UNITED STATES - 4 NOVEMBER 2009

WASHINGTON -- The Navy will commission the newest San Antonio class amphibious transport dock ship New York (LPD 21), during an 11 a.m. EST ceremony Nov. 7, 2009, in New York City.

The ship is named New York in honor of the state and the courage and heroism of New Yorkers during and after the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001. A unique characteristic of the ship is the use of 7.5 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center wreckage that was incorporated into the construction process. The steel was melted and formed to make the bow stem of the ship. Use of this steel symbolizes the spirit and resiliency of the people of New York. The ship's motto is "Strength forged through sacrifice. Never forget."

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will deliver the ceremony's principal address. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, and Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead, will also deliver remarks. Dotty England, wife of former secretary of the Navy and former Deputy Secretary of Defense Gordon England, is serving as the ship's sponsor. In a time-honored Navy tradition, she will give the order to "man our ship and bring her to life!"

Designated as LPD 21, New York is the fifth amphibious transport dock ship in the San Antonio class. Four previous ships have been named New York. The first, a gondola that served in 1776; the second, a frigate that served 1800-1814; the third, an armored cruiser that served 1893-1938; and the fourth, a battleship that served 1914-1946.

As a critical element in future expeditionary strike groups, the ship will support the Marine Corps' "mobility triad," which consists of the landing craft air cushion (LCAC), the expeditionary fighting vehicle (EFV) and the Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft (MV-22). The ship will provide improved warfighting capabilities including an advanced command-and-control suite, increased lift-capability in vehicle and cargo-carrying capacity and advanced ship-survivability features.

Cmdr. F. Curtis Jones, a native of Binghamton, N.Y., is the first commanding officer of the ship, leading a crew of approximately 360 officers and enlisted personnel. The ship is capable of embarking a landing force of up to 800 Marines. Upon commissioning, New York will be homeported in Norfolk, Va., as a part of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet.

Built by Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding - Avondale Operations in Louisiana, New York is 684 feet in length, has an overall beam of 105 feet, a navigational draft of 23 feet and displaces about 24,900 tons. Four turbo-charged diesel engines power the ship to sustained speeds of 24 knots.

NEW YORK (Nov. 2, 2009) The amphibious dock landing ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) transits New York Harbor. The ship has 7.5 tons of steel from the World Trade Center in her bow and will be commissioned Nov. 7 in New York City.





NEW YORK (Nov. 2, 2009) Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 26 and sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) man the rails as the ship arrives in New York. The ship has 7.5 tons of steel from the World Trade Center in her bow and will be commissioned Nov. 7 in New York City.

 

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A Fitting Tribute to the Newest Navy Warship
UNITED STATES - 6 NOVEMBER 2009

NEW YORK - - Symbolically crafted from the wreckage of the worst terrorist attack in U.S. history, a sculpture honoring fallen New York City firefighters was presented to the newest ship in the Navy, the future USS New York (LPD 21), just days before the ship was commissioned.

The two-foot tall memorial - a composition of melted metal from a destroyed New York City fire truck, a chunk of concrete and a section of structural steel from the World Trade Center and a piece of an airplane used in the attack supporting a replica assault rifle and firefighter's helmet - is dedicated to the 44 firefighters who, since World War I, gave their lives while serving on active military duty.

The memorial was created by Lt. Patrick Neville, an artist and firefighter with Ladder Company 4-2 of the New York City Fire Department.

"We saved pieces from the wreckage of the trade centers, planning to make some sort of memorial for the station," said Neville.

He said two events changed the direction for the sculpture.

"First, in November of 2005, a New York City firefighter and military reservist, Christopher Engledrum, was killed in action in Iraq while serving on active duty with the Fighting 69th (Army Infantry Regiment)," Neville said. "Second, is when we found out New York was to be commissioned here in the city."

Built in New Orleans, 7.5 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center towers was incorporated into the ship's bow during construction.

"Creating a sculpture out of remnants of the terrorist attack and presenting it to the ship, built with some of the same material, was a perfect match," Neville said.

New York Commanding Officer Cmdr. Curtis Jones accepted the sculpture on board the ship.

"This is a truly fitting tribute to these fallen heroes," Jones said. "The presentation is especially appropriate as this ship, the newest addition to our Navy, is an embodiment of our commitment, our resolve and our remembrance. USS New York will never forget."

New York is an amphibious transport dock designed to transport Marines and their equipment. It will be used to support humanitarian, amphibious assault, special operations and expeditionary warfare missions around the world. The ship, the seventh U.S. Navy ship named for the state, will be commissioned in New York Harbor Nov. 7.


NEW YORK (Nov. 7, 2009) The commissioning ceremony for the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) plays live in Times Square. The ship has 7.5 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center towers forged into her bow, and will be used to support humanitarian, amphibious assault, special operations and expeditionary warfare missions around the world. New York is the sixth U.S. Navy ship named for the state and will be homeported in Norfolk, Va.



NEW YORK (Nov. 7, 2009) Marines and Sailors aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) prepare to bring the ship to life during the New York commissioning ceremony. The ship has 7.5 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center towers forged into her bow, and will be used to support humanitarian, amphibious assault, special operations and expeditionary warfare missions around the world. New York is the sixth U.S. Navy ship named for the state and will be homeported in Norfolk, Va.



NEW YORK (Nov. 7, 2009) The amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) is commissioned in New York. The ship has 7.5 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center towers forged into her bow, and will be used to support humanitarian, amphibious assault, special operations and expeditionary warfare missions around the world. New York is the sixth U.S. Navy ship named for the state and will be homeported in Norfolk, Va.

 

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Navy Commissions USS New York in Big Apple
UNITED STATES - 7 NOVEMBER 2009

NEW YORK -- USS New York (LPD 21), the fifth San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock, built with steel salvaged from the World Trade Center, was commissioned here Nov. 7 in a ceremony held in the shadow of the city for which it is named.

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, a former New York senator, was the keynote speaker for the ceremony.

"This ship carries with it searing memories of September 11," said Clinton. "Lives cut short, families ripped apart, a nation attacked. And in that steel, burned but unbroken, lives the spirit we saw on 9/11 and the days that followed, the bravery of the rescuers, the resolve of the survivors, the compassion of this city, the patriotism of this great country."

Calling USS New York a symbol of freedom similar to the Statue of Liberty, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus explained how this ship will be a reminder of all New York and the nation went through on September 11th.

"Today, we witness the birth of another memorial to liberty. Eight years ago, this city witnessed the worst atrocities committed against our country. The New York will be a visible testimony to our resilience, to the character of this city, to the strength of this country," said Mabus.

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead spoke to the ship's future and what it will mean to Americans through the years.

"Wherever she sails in the next 40 years…USS New York will forever conjure the valor, the sacrifice, the heroism and the tenacity of New York," said Roughead.

New York Governor David Paterson called the day "a great day for America, a great day for New York and a great day for everyone who believes in freedom and justice."

USS New York, the sixth Navy ship named for the state, was built at Avondale Shipyard in New Orleans by Northrop Grumman and christened March 1, 2008. The ship arrived in New York Nov. 2 and rendered honors at the World Trade Center site before pulling into Pier 88 on the Hudson River.

Thousands of veterans and invited guests witnessed the ceremony, which was also broadcast live in Times Square and on the Navy.mil website. The commissioning was the culmination of a week-long celebration of the Navy and Marine Corps team and the ship in New York City.

New York is an amphibious transport dock designed to transport Marines and their equipment. It will be used to support the nation's maritime strategy, to include humanitarian assistance and maritime security operations. The ship's homeport will be in Norfolk, Va.

 

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NEW YORK (Nov. 2, 2009) The amphibious transport dock ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) enters New York Harbor. The ship has 7.5 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center towers forged into her bow, and will be used to support humanitarian, amphibious assault, special operations and expeditionary warfare missions around the world. New York is the sixth U.S. Navy ship named for the state and will be homeported in Norfolk, Va.



NEW YORK (Nov. 2, 2009) The amphibious transport dock ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) is escorted by New Jersey State Police and New York City Police Department marine units as the ship enters New York Harbor. The ship has 7.5 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center towers forged into her bow, and will be used to support humanitarian, amphibious assault, special operations and expeditionary warfare missions around the world. New York is the sixth U.S. Navy ship named for the state and will be homeported in Norfolk, Va.



NEW YORK (Nov. 2, 2009) Coast Guard Marine Safety and Security Team Boston and New York City Police Department marine and air units escort the amphibious transport dock ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) into New York Harbor. The ship has 7.5 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center towers forged into her bow, and will be used to support humanitarian, amphibious assault, special operations and expeditionary warfare missions around the world. New York is the sixth U.S. Navy ship named for the state and will be homeported in Norfolk, Va.



NEW YORK CITY (Nov. 7, 2009) Sailors and Marines assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21), along with New York City firefighters and police officers man the rails of New York during the ship's commissioning ceremony in New York City. The ship has 7.5 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center towers forged into her bow, and will be used to support humanitarian, amphibious assault, special operations and expeditionary warfare missions around the world. New York is the sixth U.S. Navy ship named for the state and will be homeported in Norfolk, Va.