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Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Keeping frigates running no easy feat for crews

Oliver Hazard Perry classThere’s a gritty pride among those who serve aboard the Navy’s oldest class of warships — unloved by the brass but babied by their crews.

When something breaks, as things frequently do, it’s a training opportunity. Shrinking crews mold well-rounded sailors. And the cramped quarters build tighter bonds among shipmates.

Welcome to the “Ghetto Navy” — a badge sailors aboard the Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigates proudly wear.

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