180319-N-VK310-0018 OKINAWA, Japan (March 19, 2018)The amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) departs Okinawa. Wasp, part of the Wasp Expeditionary Strike Group, with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners, serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency, and advance the Up-Gunned ESG concept. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Molina/Released)