170110-N-ME988-317 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 10, 2017) The amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) approaches the amphibious dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) during a towing exercise. The ships are underway with the Bataan Amphibious Readiness Group participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Darren M. Moore/Released)