Amphibious Assault Ships Collection (#5)

Rubber bladders full of drinking water wait for transport on the flight deck of USS
September 3, 2005 - Eight rubber bladders, each holding 500 gallons of fresh drinking water, wait for transport on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD-5)

The amphibious assault ship USS Nassau sits moored in port
February 5, 2005 - The amphibious assault ship USS Nassau (LHA-4) sits moored in port on board Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia

A fleet of multinational Navy ships transit the Korea Strait
Korea Strait, September 29, 2011 - The Republic of Korea destroyer ROKS Wang Geon (DDH 978), forward left, the guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63)

Airmen attach a cargo hook to an SA-330J Puma helicopter
Gulf of Oman, September 5, 2013 - A Sailor and a Marine attach a cargo hook to an SA-330J Puma helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) during a vertical replenishment

Flight deck personnel reposition AV-8B Harrier aircraft aboard USS Essex
South China Sea, October 25, 2011 - Flight deck personnel reposition AV-8B Harrier aircraft aboard amphibious assault ship USS Essex

Marines board an MV-22 Osprey on the flight deck of USS Bonhomme Richard
East China Sea, September 24, 2013 - Marines board an MV-22 Osprey on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

Airman fires a shot line from USS Bonhomme Richard
Gulf of Thailand, February 18, 2013 - Airman fires a shot line from the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

JDS Hyuga sails in formation with U. S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force ships
Pacific Ocean, November 4, 2011 - JDS Hyuga (DDH 181) prepares to turn from a formation with U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force ships during Annual Exercise 2011

An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter approaches the flight deck of USS Essex
Sea of Japan, September 2, 2010 - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter approaches the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan
February 3, 2007 - A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter conducts carrier qualification evolution aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD-5) in the Red Sea

Tugboats position the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge
Norfolk, Virginia, December 16, 2013 - Tugboats position the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) to enter BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair for a five-month planned maintenance availability

The amphibious assault ship USS Essex
Pacific Ocean, April 6, 2012 - The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) is underway alongside amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

A landing craft air cushion transits the Gulf of Aden
Gulf of Aden, July 1, 2012 - A landing craft air cushion approaches the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima

A formation of ships at sea
U.S. 5th Fleet Area of Responsibility, September 5, 2009 - The Royal Navy fleet auxiliary ship Lyme Bay (L 3007) leads a formation of ships including the mine countermeasure ships USS Gladiator

Landing Craft Air Cushion transfers equipment to USS Bonhomme Richard
White Beach, Okinawa, Japan, February 24, 2014 - Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) transfers equipment and personnel to the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

Amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge conducts operations at sea
Gulf of Oman, May 2, 2013 - The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) conducts operations at sea

An MV-22 Osprey lands aboard USS Peleliu
Pacific Ocean, February 1, 2012 - An MV-22 Osprey lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu during flight deck qualifications

A close-in weapons system fires aboard USS Kearsarge
Atlantic Ocean, January 8, 2012 - A close-in weapons system aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge conducts a test fire

An MV-22 Osprey lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima
Atlantic Ocean, October 5, 2011 - An MV-22 Osprey lands aboard the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima

The setting sun silhouettes the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island
September 5, 2011 - The setting sun silhouettes the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD-8) underway off the coast of Southern California

U. S. Marine Corps CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters aboard the USS Bataan
February 3, 2007 - U.S. Marine Corps CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters conduct carrier qualification evolution aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD-5) in the Red Sea

USS Essex transits off the coast of northeastern Japan
Pacific Ocean, April 6, 2011 - The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD-2) transits off the coast of northeastern Japan with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship JS Hyuga

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington underway in the Yellow Sea
July 25, 2010 - The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN-73) is underway with the Republic of Korea Navy amphibious landing ship Dokdo (LPH-6111) after departing Busan, Republic of Korea

An MH-60S Sea Hawk lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island
Pacific Ocean, August 21, 2011 - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during flight operations

South Korean amphibious assault ships off the coast of Tok Sok Ri
A pair of South Korean amphibious warfare ships as they maneuver off the coast of Tok Sok Ri beach to prepare to launch amphibious assault craft and Marine LVTs as part of a bilateral exercise

An AV-8B Harrier prepares to land on board amphibious assault ship USS Essex
Sasebo, Japan, February 5, 2007 - An AV-8B Harrier prepares to land on board amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD-2)

Marines fire rounds at targets on the aircraft elevator aboard USS Bonhomme Richard
Philippine Sea, October 1, 2012 - Marines fire rounds at targets on the aircraft elevator during a live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

Aviation Boatswains Mate directs an SA-330J Puma helicopter
Gulf of Oman, September 5, 2013 - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) directs an SA-330J Puma helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) during a vertical replenishment

CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters take off from USS Bonhomme Richard
Gulf of Thailand, February 14, 2013 - CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters take off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

A CH-53 Super Stallion helicopter aboard USS Bataan
January 28, 2007 - A CH-53 Super Stallion helicopter conducts a carrier qualification evolution aboard USS Bataan (LHD-5), which is deployed in the Mediterranean Sea

Aerial view of military ships moored at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii
July 1, 2014 - An aerial view of military ships moored at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, during exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2014

A Landing Craft Air Cushion prepares to enter the well deck of USS Essex
Pacific Ocean, June 20, 2012 - A Landing Craft Air Cushion prepares to enter the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Essex

A landing craft beaches to unload troops during Operation Pony Express, 1961
May 1, 1961 - A landing craft from USS Magoffin (APA-199) beaches to unload U.S. Marines, British Commandos and Australian infantrymen during the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization (SEATO)

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"Amphibious Assault Ships: Unleashing Power and Precision on the High Seas" The USS Bataan arrives at Naval Station Mayport, Florida, showcasing its might as a formidable amphibious assault ship. With F-35B Lightning II variants gracefully landing aboard the flight deck of USS Wasp, these vessels prove their versatility in air operations. Teamwork is at the heart of every successful mission, as exemplified by an inspirational quote and motivational poster adorning the walls. USNS Laramie and USS Kearsarge demonstrate this synergy during a replenishment at sea, ensuring uninterrupted supply lines for sustained operations. Witnessing an awe-inspiring sight, a Landing Craft Air Cushion exits the well deck of USS Bonhomme Richard with precision and agility. This maneuverability allows for swift deployment of troops or equipment onto any shoreline. As the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp transits the vast Atlantic Ocean, it symbolizes our nation's commitment to global security. A powerful reminder comes from another inspirational quote and motivational poster that highlights war's challenges while inspiring resilience among sailors. Respect is deeply ingrained within these ships' crews; they understand that success depends on mutual trust and admiration. Another motivational poster reminds them daily to honor this value as they navigate through demanding missions. Behind-the-scenes heroes like Hull Maintenance Technicians play a crucial role in keeping these ships battle-ready. Striking welding rods with precision expertise ensures optimal maintenance standards are met for seamless operations. Every take-off requires meticulous coordination; hence an Airman directs an MV-22 Osprey's departure from one of these mighty vessels. The deafening roar signifies yet another successful launch into action-packed skies. With grace and power combined, an MV-22 Osprey takes off from USS Bonhomme Richard—a testament to technological advancements enabling rapid response capabilities anywhere in the world. In distant waters of the Pacific Ocean lies Amphibious Assault Ship USS Boxer, ready to project force and protect our nation's interests.