USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after record-breaking 286-day deployment
The USS Abraham Lincoln was involved in the US naval blockade and combat operations in the war with Iran and set a modern-day record for consecutive days at sea.
The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln docked in a Thai port on Wednesday, concluding a remarkable 286-day deployment. This record-breaking mission included a significant stint in the Middle East and raised concerns about mental health and ship conditions. Accompanied by other U.S. warships, the carrier arrived in eastern Thailand, the only treaty partner of the U.S. in mainland Southeast Asia, for a five-day rest and recuperation period.
Commanding Officer Rear Admiral Robert E. Loughran expressed pride in the crew's exceptional professionalism and expertise during their operations. The Lincoln, a nuclear-powered vessel with approximately 5,000 personnel, ventured into combat operations against Iran, setting a modern-day record for consecutive days at sea. The visit to Pattaya, a resort city near Bangkok, aimed to provide sailors and Marines with much-needed downtime.
Local officials expressed hopes for an economic boost from the port visit, despite the city's reputation as a sex tourism destination. Thailand and the U.S. have maintained strong military ties since 1954, with annual joint exercises and a long-standing relationship dating back to the Vietnam War era.
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