NATO Assumes Command of U.S. and British Forces in Eastern Mediterranean > U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa / U.S. Sixth Fleet > News Display
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on February 27, 2024
MEDITERRANEAN SEA –
Naval Striking Forces NATO will execute a Transfer of Authority (TOA), assuming command of more than 5,000 U.S. Sailors and Marines assigned to USS Bataan Amphibious Readiness Group (ARG).
The TOA – which takes place in parallel to NATO’s exercise Steadfast Defender 2024 – brings joint vigilance and Deterrence and Defense (DDA) activities from USS Bataan ARG’s assets, alongside elements of NATO Maritime Command Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNGM 2), and the Turkish Navy.
Individual participating units consist of USS Bataan (LHD 5), USS Carter Hall (LSD 50 . . .
