181224-N-HG389-0022 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 24, 2018) The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) operates in the Atlantic Ocean. Kearsarge deployed as part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group in support of maritime security operations, crisis response and theater security cooperation, while also providing a forward naval presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brandon Parker/Released)