After a grueling 321 days at sea, the USS Abraham Lincoln is set to dock in San Diego, where families and friends eagerly await the return of 5,000 sailors. The long-deployed aircraft carrier, which faced numerous challenges during its mission, is returning with a mix of joy and relief among its crew. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is scheduled to welcome the ship and present the crew with the Presidential Unit Citation for their valor in battle. Many sailors expressed excitement to reunite with loved ones, including a sailor eager to meet his son born during the deployment. As the USS Abraham Lincoln concludes its historic mission, the community prepares to celebrate the homecoming of the resilient crew.