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Jimmy Buffett Visits USS Harry S. Truman
Story Number: NNS080204-04
Release Date: 2/4/2008 8:55:00 AM
By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Heather Weaver, USS Harry S. Truman Public Affairs

USS HARRY S. TRUMAN, At Sea (NNS) -- Whether they were wasting away againin Margaritaville or enjoying a Cheeseburger in Paradise, Sailors aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) had something to cheer about as Jim my Buffett visited the crew aboard the ship and performed a concert, Jan. 28.

The event featured most of Buffett's big hits as well as a debut from the ship's Ripper's band. Storekeeper Seaman Brett Blakely, who attended the concert, said knowing that someone as famous and busy as Jimmy Buffett cares about the crew and mission proves its importance. He said the performance was one he will never forget.

"It was amazing to see him up close and personal, I never thought I'd get a chance to do anything like this," Blakely said. "Having visitors such as Buffett helps keep people motivated because you get to see that people care about what we do."

Lt. Cmdr. Will Williams, Truman's material maintenance control officer, said the event was exciting for people of all ages, genders and backgrounds and everyone is still buzzing, which proves the affect of Jimmy's impact on the crew. He said he was especially impressed with the amount of effort Buffett put forth to perform.

"I thought it was a good concert and enjoyed it thoroughly. I thought it was nice of him to come down here and spend time with us on his own time and his own dollar. People who've never even heard of him are now Jimmy fans," added Williams.

“ My boy saw you on the USS Truman. He was so excited. He is 22. His daddy had taken him and his brother to one of your concerts in Cincy when he was 12 so you were very familiar to him and bought back wonderful memories. His wife is expecting their first son this month so he has been pretty homesick lately because he can’t be here for the birth.

God Bless you Jim my for looking after our boys and bringing them a little taste of home. My heart is so full of gratitude."
Leesa Jolly

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