Going into port of Tarragona, Spain
Because of it's depth, theport of Tarragona (Spain) is very well suited for true inport visits. For instance at the shallower Barcelona port, a carrier needs to be outside. With some small transfer-boats to get to the shore.During each official visit toa port, there are several hunderd sailors, dressed in white, on the edges of the flightdeck. After the last salute, they are relieved of their duty. And they can prepare to go into the town.... fast!!!
The official US Navy News photo of the harbor visit.
020803-N-6492H-503 Tarragona, Spain (August 3, 2002)
The aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) pulls in to Spain for a short port visit while on her transit home. Kennedy and her embarked Carrier Air Wing Seven (CVW-7) are returning after being relieved by the USS George Washington (CVN 73) following
sustained combat missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 1st Class Jim Hampshire. (RELEASED)
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