Reporter Gary Robbins shares how the in-depth story came about and the surprising lesson he learned about a rocking ship at sea
The Union-Tribune spent about six weeks shadowing the crew of the littoral combat ship Jackson, which is headed for the Indo-Pacific during a tense timeSome of it arose from shooting the breeze with people. Many have asked me what the ships look like inside, how sailors spend their days and what they do when they go “over the horizon.” I cover science and technology, which brings me into regular contact with the Navy. This led some people to assume that I know the answers.
The reality is that I have a limited understanding even though I grew up in a Navy family. This started to bother me so I asked the Navy if it would allow Nel and I to shadow a crew.No, which surprised me. It’s not unusual for reporters to visit warships for short periods of time to cover certain stories. But long term access is rare. The ships have a lot of sensitive equipment and protocols that need to be protected.
I was even more impressed by the crew. Everyone answered every question we asked. And the vibe on the ship was positive. That’s impressive considering that most are leaving families behind. Imagine not being able to see your own family for months. Jackson also is headed to the Indo-Pacific during growing tension with China. Things could get dangerous in a quick minute.
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