The amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde patrols

The amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde patrols the Arabian Gulf, June 24, 2014. The Mesa Verde was deployed as part of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Korrin Kim/Released)