The Cam Ranh Bay military base was an important logistics hub for the U.S. His visit marks the first trip there by an American defense secretary since the war ended . Standing on the USNS Richard E. Byrd , a ship anchored at the base , Panetta thanked assembled civilian and military personnel for `` your service , your sacrifice . '' Hide Caption 1 of 7 Photos:Photos:
The Cam Ranh Bay military base was an important logistics hub for the U.S. His visit marks the first trip there by an American defense secretary since the war ended . Hide Caption 1 of 7 Photos:Photos: