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The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) has arrived at Larnaca Port, marking a brief yet meaningful stopover in Cyprus before redeploying in the Eastern Mediterranean. U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus Julie Fisher welcomed the ship’s arrival, noting its deep historical significance and the continued partnership between the U.S. and Cyprus.
Named after the five Sullivan brothers who tragically lost their lives together during World War II when their ship, the USS Juneau, was sunk in the Pacific, The Sullivans carries a legacy of sacrifice and family honor. The brothers' loss represents the greatest casualty endured by a single U.S. family in wartime.
The ship's visit comes during a routine deployment designed to support maritime security and promote stability in the region. Its crew will likely resupply and take a brief respite before resuming operations, which often include joint exercises with allied navies and other critical missions to ensure freedom of navigation.
The destroyer, part of the U.S. Navy’s extensive fleet operations, recently served in the Mediterranean and Eastern Atlantic, providing ballistic missile defense and supporting humanitarian and security missions, including during the recent Israel-Hamas conflict.
Docked in Larnaca, The Sullivans represents not just military readiness but also the enduring ties between the U.S. and Cyprus, underscoring the island's strategic importance in regional security dynamics.
For Cypriots, the vessel offers a glimpse of maritime history and cutting-edge naval power, while reminding all of the sacrifices made for peace and security worldwide.
Join us in welcoming USS THE SULLIVANS to Larnaca during its deployment in the Eastern Med. THE SULLIVANS was named in honor of the five Sullivan brothers - George, Francis, Joseph, Madison & Albert - killed in action when their ship was sunk by hostile fire in the Pacific during… pic.twitter.com/WFY11vn8ad
— Julie Davis (Fisher) (@USAmbCy) December 5, 2024
