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title: "USS Michael Murphy arrives in Colombo"
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date: 2024-11-16
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# USS Michael Murphy arrives in Colombo

USS Michael Murphy of the United States Navy arrived at the port of Colombo on a replenishment visit today (16th November 2024). The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship in compliance with naval traditions.

The 155.2m – long Arleigh Burke class guided missile destroyer is manned by a crew of 333 and she is commanded by Commander Jonathan B. Greenwald.

On completion of replenishment needs, USS Michael Murphy is set to depart the island on 17th November.

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