USS Ogden (LPD 5)

The amphibious transport dock USS Ogden (LPD 5), part of Expeditionary Strike Group Three (ESG-3), underway off the coast of Southern California conducting Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX) in preparation for an upcoming scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 2nd Class Zack Baddorf

USS Ogden (LPD 5)

The amphibious transport dock ship USS Ogden (LPD 5) underway off the coast of Southern California. Ogden and Expeditionary Strike Group Three (ESG-3) are underway conducting their Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX) in preparation for an upcoming scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 2nd Class Zack Baddorf)

USS Ogden (LPD 5)

The amphibious transport dock USS Ogden (LPD 5) prepares to form-up for Seattle Seafair Festival's parade of ships event. Seafair is Seattle's month-long traditional summer festival, which includes parades, amateur athletics, air shows and boat racing. (U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 1st Class Kim McLendon)

USS Ogden (LPD 5)

The amphibious dock landing ship USS Ogden (LPD 5) arrives in Alaska for a port visit during the joint exercise Alaska Shield/Northern Edge 2005. Alaska Shield/Northern Edge '05 is the largest homeland defense/security exercise ever conducted in Alaska. This exercise is the first opportunity within the state to integrate local, state and federal government response to a series of simulated emergencies including natural disasters, terrorist attacks and mass casualty scenarios. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 3rd Class Chris Gethings