Naval officer provides update on USS Harrisburg's construction
One of the U.S. Navy's newest ships that has ties to Pennsylvania's capital city is scheduled for its christening in 2024.Rear Admiral Thomas Ander...
One of the U.S. Navy's newest ships that has ties to Pennsylvania's capital city is scheduled for its christening in 2024.Rear Admiral Thomas Anderson visited the state Capitol on Monday to provide an update on the construction of the $2 billion amphibious transport dock ship that will be named the USS Harrisburg.He said the christening, which is when the ship is placed in the water, is scheduled for 2024 with her placement into service in 2025.'As the namesake city, you will play a significant role in the life of this ship and the sailors that serve in her,' Anderson said, at a Rotunda news conference surrounded by state lawmakers.