sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) prepare for an inspection Dec. 3, 2013, in the Atlantic Ocean. The Mesa Verde was participating in a composite training unit exercise in preparation for deployment as part of the Bataan Amphibious Readiness Group. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shannon M. Smith/Released) USS Mesa Verde operations 131203-N-BD629-163

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