The Savannah Navy League Council of the United States announces a week-long celebration of events here in Savannah along with the commissioning of The USS Savannah, Littoral Combat Ship LCS-28 in Brunswick on February 5th, 2022. The U.S. Navy, the Savannah Navy League of the United States and local communities are partners in the planning and execution of the commissioning ceremonies. 

“Commissioning a U.S. warship is a tradition that has been in practice since 1775 when the British schooner, the Margaretta, was captured. It is the most significant event in the life of the ship,” states Chairwoman of the Commission Committee Pat Yovich. “This ship is the sixth Navy warship to bear the name Savannah. Mrs. Dianne Davison Isakson, the wife of the Honorable Johnny Isakson, former Senator from Georgia, is the ship’s Sponsor. Their daughter, Julie Isakson Mitchell, will serve as the Matron of Honor,” adds Yovich. 

Pre-commissioning events and commissioning details are invitational only. 
Media is allowed for following events and more information can be found at www.savannahnavyleague.us/commissioning. 

Wednesday, February 2, 2022, Savannah 6pm-9pm 
Chairwoman’s Reception at the Chatham Club, Desoto Hotel, Savannah, GA 

Thursday, February 3, 2022, Brunswick 
10am-12 noon MEDIA interviews of CDR Kevin Ray and tour of The USS Savannah 

Thursday, February 3, 2022, Savannah 
2:30pm-4:00pm Crew Picnic at Savannah Service Brewery for lunch and presentation of Plank Owner’s Plaque. 

Saturday, February 5, 2022, Georgia Ports, Brunswick 9:30am 11:15am 
Official party takes position on platform. 10:00-11:15 Commissioning Ceremony.