The Fire Damaged USS Bonhomme Richard is Prepared for Towing

SAN DIEGO (March 4, 2021) Salvage contractors from SMIT AMERICAS remove the air traffic control tower aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) in preparation for towing. The removal of the island will improve the ship’s structural integrity and readiness for tow. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cosmo Walrath)