The Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate USS Elrod (FFG 55) returned to Norfolk Naval Station yesterday, July 19, following the successful completion of her final scheduled deployment.
Elrod deployed to the U.S. Navy’s 6th Fleet area of operations in late January advancing national security interests in Europe and Africa, conducting maritime and theater security operations and partner-building exercises.
The ship conducted port visits to Mauritania, Morocco and Tunisia in support of enhancing maritime partnerships.