Keywords: PCU John P. Murtha (LPD 26) arrives at Naval Station Newport.JPG NEWPORT R I Sept 16 2016 The amphibious transport dock ship Pre-Commissioning Unit John P Murtha LPD 26 arrives at Naval Station Newport in preparation for the Chief of Naval Operations' 22nd International Seapower Symposium ISS at U S Naval War College in Newport Rhode Island More than 180 senior officers and civilians from more than 110 countries including many of the senior-most officers from those countries' navies and coast guards are attending the biennial event Sept 20-23 This year's theme is Stronger Maritime Partners and will feature guest speakers and panel discussions to explore the common security challenges of maritime nations 2016-09-16 http //www navy mil/view_image asp id 225178 160916-N-CS971-020 Navy http //www navy mil/view_image asp id 225178 U S Navy photo by Haley Nace/Released PD-USGov-Military-Navy USS John P Murtha LPD-26 |