She's on her way. (Click here for first LPD-21 sea-trial photo!)

Look for the Navy's newest amphibious warship to grace the Manhattan skyline as she eases into a Hudson River berth a few days ahead of her commissioning on November 7, 2009.

Preceded by a variety of citywide and onboard activities, the ceremony will transform USS NEW YORK from a newly constructed military vessel to an active component of the United States Navy.

With seven and a half tons of Twin Towers steel welded into her bow, this 21st-century stealth ship will take a piece of New York with her wherever she goes. Her motto, 'Strength Forged through Sacrifice: Never Forget' pledges an undying commitment to freedom's defense.

The traditional order, 'Man your ship and bring her to life!' to USS NEW YORK's first skipper -- Commander Curt Jones, USN -- will convert the vessel, officers, crew and components under his command into a fully integrated, ready-for-duty war-making machine.

Help us turn this once-in-a-lifetime occurrence into a proper sendoff for the officers and crew of USS NEW YORK. Get in touch, Stay involved. Show your support for the ship and its mission.

www.USSNY.org: the perfect web site for keeping in touch. Bookmark it now!

CHECK for continuous updates of USS NEW YORK news reports and media coverage.

VIEW newly posted videos and photos of ship, crew and activities.

Learn the missions and capabilities of this USS NEW YORK.

Meet the officers and crew of USS NEW YORK as their assignments are announced.

Shop at the Ship's Store for official USS NEW YORK apparel and merchandise.

Visit the registry for needed ship's silver service items.

Associate your company's or your own name as a sponsor of the Commissioning.

Contribute to a Scholarship Fund for USS NEW YORK crew members' children.

Review the list of donors to crew member recreation facilities and scholarship fund.

Return for periodic updates to the Schedule of Events.

Email us now with any questions you may have.

Check out our links to other military, civilian and veteran organization blogs.

...and keep on coming back. These pages are continuously updated!

 

 

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