170301-N-YC845-039 NORFOLK (March 1, 2017) The amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) departs Naval Station Norfolk. The ship and its amphibious ready group is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in Europe and the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Julie R. Matyascik/Released)