The USS Scranton Commanders' Commemoration Committee is pleased to announce the 2023 visit to the City of Scranton by the sub's commanding officer and crew. The Committee has a series of events honoring our visitors.

Beginning with USS Scranton's commissioning in 1991 in Norfolk, Virginia, the city has been involved in honoring and recognizing the submarine and her officers. Events have been held in Scranton dating back to 2009. In fact, there is a pending Guinness Book of World Records petition for the 2016 USS Scranton visit - where 10 of the 11 commanding officers visited Scranton - that would be the most officers of any one ship being in the same place at the same time.

To continue the excitement and recognition, we are coordinating a series of events spanning from October 9-12, 2023, to welcome and host the USS Scranton's current commanding officer Jeffrey Ransom, who will be accompanied by the Chief of the Boat and other officers. Through the graciousness of our community, we have outlined a series of events for them to get to know our city and enjoy their visit.

We would be honored to share the experience of their maiden voyage to the namesake city with you. We are hopeful you will join us in sponsoring the cost of these events with a donation to the USS Scranton Commanders' Commemoration Fund. We are requesting donations to help defray the costs of these events. There are no administrative cost deductions, as our committee members volunteer their time to help bring the crew to Scranton.

We feel it is important to honor the men who serve in the USS Scranton, the namesake of our city, as our submarines are very important to national military objectives and our overall homeland security. Thank you in advance for your kind considerations.

Contact Liz Dengler with any questions at 570-575-3826

USS Scranton Commanders' Commemoration Fund

By Scranton Area Community Foundation

USS Scranton Commanders' Commemoration Fund