Carrier Strike Group 11 holds Change of Command (Goldhammer '93)

Published on March 23, 2026

RADM Cassidy Norman, USN, relieved RADM Fred Goldhammer '93, USN, and assumed duties as Commander, Carrier Strike Group 11 in a ceremony attended by strike group leadership and crew.

During the ceremony, Goldhammer thanked the crew for their hard work, dedication and service to their country during his time as commander.

“Today marks the end of my time in command of Carrier Strike Group 11, as well as the last time that I will be directly a part of the Navy's main battery and our nation's most potent strategic instrument, a nuclear powered aircraft carrier strike group,” said Goldhammer.

“As I step aside today, I do so with immense pride - not in myself, but in all of you here and onboard all of our units.”  

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BZ '93!