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Laffey visited by South Carolina State Senator Glenn McConnell

Waring Hills Oct 23, 2009

The Laffey was visited by State Senator Glenn McConnell, Patriots Point Chairman John Hagerty, boardmember Susan Marlowe and executive director Dick Trammel this week. They observed progress on the restoration of Laffey’s hull integrity. See below of pictures from their visit…

Senator McConnell and PPDA Chairman Hagerty listen to Detyen's shipyard workers explain their work.

Senator McConnell and PPDA Chairman Hagerty listen to Detyen's shipyard workers explain their work.

Executive director Dick Trammel inspects repairs on the bow of Laffey.

Executive director Dick Trammel inspects repairs on the bow of Laffey.

Senator McConnell closely inspects the work on Laffey's hull.

Senator McConnell closely inspects the work on Laffey's hull.

Work on the aft portions of Laffey shows much progress in restoring her hull integrity.

Work on the aft portions of Laffey shows much progress in restoring her hull integrity.

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