The craftsmanship of Ingalls shipbuilders was on full display in New Orleans at the first stop of Sail 250 as USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) welcomed the public aboard for tours.
The Wasp-class amphib, which was built at the Pascagoula yard, was one of the U.S. Navy’s featured ships during the celebration, which celebrates the 250th anniversary of America.
CELEBRATING THE FLEET
Sail 250 brought together the largest-ever flotilla of tall ships from around the world, creating a backdrop along the Mississippi River that highlighted the evolution of American maritime power from the age of sail to the modern Navy.
More than 3,000 Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and international partners took part in Sail 250 events across the Big Easy, showcasing the professionalism, readiness and global partnerships that support maritime security.
The seven-week national maritime celebration will continue with stops in Norfolk, Baltimore, New York and Boston.
CONNECTING PAST & PRESENT
Positioned alongside historic sailing vessels from around the world, Kearsarge served as a visible reminder of how America's maritime capabilities have evolved over the last 250 years.
While the tall ships celebrated the nation's seafaring heritage, LHD 3 demonstrated the advanced capabilities that support today's warfighters around the globe.
WHY IT MATTERS
The keel for Kearsarge was laid at Ingalls in 1990, with the ship delivered to the Navy in 1993. Now, more than three decades later, LHD 3 continues to serve on the frontlines of national defense.