USS Forrest Sherman Departs for Deployment

Another Arleigh Burke Destroyer Is Deploying to Fight the Houthis in the Red Sea – Center for Security Policy

The Forrest Sherman, an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, is expected to elevate the Navy’s prowess in countering the Houthis. As part of the White House’s efforts to combat the ongoing turbulence in the Red Sea, another warship is headed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) departed Norfolk, Virginia, earlier this week to commence its regularly scheduled deployment as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Grou…

USS Forrest Sherman Departs Norfolk for Routine Deployment

From U.S. 2nd Fleet, May 7, 2025 NORFOLK, Va. — Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) departed Naval Station Norfolk for a scheduled deployment on May 6, 2025. USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) departed Norfolk as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (CSG-12) for a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. The deployment will underscore the U.S. Navy’s commitment to maritime security…

USS Forrest Sherman Departs for Deployment

MAY 7, 2025 – Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) departed Naval Station Norfolk for a scheduled deployment on May 6, 2025. USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) departed Norfolk as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (CSG-12) for a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. The deployment will underscore the U.S. Navy’s commitment to maritime security and stability in the region. “Our…