USS Los Angeles Decommissions at Port of Los Angeles

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After 33-yrs of patrolling the oceans, USS Los Angeles (SSN-688) was decommissioned in its namesake city, Los Angeles, 23 January. The ceremony was held as a part of the five-day-long Los Angeles Navy Days.

Los Angeles is the fourth Naval ship to be named after the City of Los Angeles. The submarine's crest is recognizant ofthat, bearing four dolphins representing the four ships.

President and co-founder of Navy Days Los Angeles Grant W. Ivey said, "It is sad to see the Las Angeles go, but we are looking forward continuing our ties with the Navy with the commissioning of the USS California"

During his remarks, USS Los Angeles Commanding Officer Cmdr. Steve Harrison …