1005143358S-295 ARABIAN GULF (May 14, 2010) The amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) waits in the distance as a team of Sailors go aboard a disabled dhow. Mesa Verde Sailors provided food and water, repaired the dhowХs severed steering cable and restored engine power. The mariners were adrift for four days with minimal food and no water. Mesa Verde is assigned to Combined Task Force (CTF) 152, conducting maritime security operations. Navy

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