191214-M-MV109-0103 MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (Dec. 14, 2019) U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, board the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) in preparation for deployment at Morehead City, North Carolina, Dec. 14, 2019. New York is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Patricia A. Morris/Released)