VIRIN: 210326-N-NQ285-1061 It was a pleasure to host Commodore Coulson on a tour of Carter Hall and show him our ship s capabilities,” said Cmdr. LaDonna Simpson, Carter Hall’s commanding officer. “Our visit to Plymouth was extremely beneficial for crew morale, routine upkeep and critical ship repairs. The ability to conduct forward deployed maintenance is a force multiplier that allows us to quickly conduct repairs and get back to the mission. Our visit to Naval Base Devonport absolutely strengthens our maritime commitments to the Royal Navy and reassures both sides of mutual support going forward.
During the tour, Simpson escorted Coulson through the ship’s well deck, aboard the Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1661 and then to the flight deck where he was shown the 24