YEREVAN–On Tuesday–President Robert Kocharian congratulated the crew of "Cilicia" after the successful completion of the first leg of their voyage. The president confirmed the Armenian government’s willingness to assist the crew members–who have "shown to be steadfast in their goal and ready to overcome all sorts of difficulties." The sailing ship is named and modeled after the 13th century vessels used in and around the Armenian kingdom of Cilicia.
