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Remarks As Delivered by Adm. James G. Foggo III at the USS Cincinnati (LCS-20) Commissioning in Gulfport, Mississippi, 5 Oct. 2019
October 5, 2019 — Today we are commissioning USS Cincinnati – what a terrific day to be in the Navy! But the history of Cincinnati’s namesake goes back long before the valiant ships that would bear the name. In fact, the City of Cincinnati, which gives its name to this ship, was named after a brave Roman soldier, Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus, who lived in the 5th century BC. Cincinnatus was a hero. This is an important historical connection to make, but also a personal one for me. My command is located in Naples, Italy.... MORE

Remarks As Delivered by Adm. James G. Foggo III at the First Alliance’s Colloquium in Paris, Sept. 13, 2019.
September 13, 2019 — Français, Françaises, Monsieur l’Ambassadeur, Invitées Distingues, Anciens Combattants et mes Camarades Américains, c’est un honneur et un plaisir de me joindre à vous aujourd’hui. Comme son excellence monsieur l’Ambassadeur l’a noté, je soutiens, avec passion, la continuité de l’alliance Français‐ Americain. ... MORE

Remarks As Delivered by Admiral James G. Foggo III at the International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference in Accra, Ghana, July 25, 2019
July 25, 2019 — Well, ladies and gentlemen, it's a great honor for me to address this diverse crowed today. And it's great to see (inaudible) supporting a maritime event like this. It was truly a joint force experience for the armed forces of Ghana, yesterday when I see the Air Force (inaudible) one of our troops, honoring him. And so it's been an absolutely pleasure to be a part of this very important conference and 60th anniversary of the Ghanaian Navy.... MORE

Remarks As Prepared for Admiral James G. Foggo III at the U.S. Navy Memorial Event in Normandy, France, June 6, 2019
June 6, 2019 — Ladies and Gentlemen, Français, Françaises, des invitées distingués et surtout les anciens combattants, good afternoon. Bonjour. ... MORE

Remarks as Prepared for Admiral James G. Foggo III on Memorial Day at Cambridge American Cemetery May 27, 2019
May 27, 2019 — Ambassador Johnston, Ms. [Jonna] Doolittle-Hoppes, fellow flag officers, Ladies and Gentlemen, good morning. ... MORE

Remarks as Delivered by Admiral James G. Foggo III at an Armistice Day commemoration ceremony at Flanders Field American Cemetary and Memorial in Waregem, Belgium, Nov. 11, 2018
November 11, 2018 — One hundred years ago today, the Allied Supreme Commander, Marshal Foch, declared the general order, "hostilities will cease on the whole front [as from November at 11 o’clock],” on the 11th month of 1918.... MORE

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery for Admiral James G. Foggo III During Armistice Day, Nov. 11, 2018, at Suresnes American Cemetary, France
November 11, 2018 — Mesdames/Messieurs, Français/Françaises, mes amis Américains, invités distingués, confrères militaires, et surtout… anciens combattants, BONJOUR ! ... MORE

Remarks as Delivered by Admiral James G. Foggo III During the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic Commemoration Aboard the Icelandic Coast Gaurd Vessel Thor, Oct. 16, 2018
October 16, 2018 — Today we commemorate the turning of the Battle of the Atlantic and pay homage to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for us and for our children.... MORE

Remarks as Delivered by Admiral James G. Foggo III During the Memorial Day and WWI Centennial Commemoration at the Meuse Argonne America Cemetery May 27, 2018
May 27, 2018 — Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished visitors… Good morning and thank you for allowing me the honor to address you today.... MORE

Remarks as Delivered by Admiral James G. Foggo III During the Closing Ceremony of Exercise Obangame Express 2018 in Libreville, Gabon, March 29, 2018
March 29, 2018 — I am honored to be here today in Libreville. First, I would like to begin by expressing my sincere appreciation to our gracious hosts here in Gabon. ... MORE