U.S. Coast Guard strengthens historic relationship with Philippines during landmark visit to Tacloban
Lt. Patrick Dreiss, commanding officer of USCGC Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143), and colleagues from the Philippine Coast Guard greet children at Bliss Elementary School in Tacloban, Philippines, on Oct. 21, 2023. In a historic first, the USCGC Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143) visited Tacloban, Philippines, from Oct. 19 to 23, 2023, and the crew conducted engagements marking a significant milestone in the enduring relationship between the United States and the Philippines. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Lt. Anna Vaccaro)