Mental Health Crisis Aboard USS Abraham Lincoln—As U. S. Sailors Mark More Than 260 Days At Sea The image of a warship as a symbol of power and resilience has been forever etched in our collective consciousness.
However, behind the gleaming steel hulls and proud flags lies a harsh reality that's often overlooked – the mental toll exacted on those who serve on board.
The USS Abraham Lincoln, with its 5,000 strong crew, is currently in its ninth month at sea. Conditions aboard have become so dire that even the Pentagon has acknowledged the crisis.