170312-N-OE749-004 ROTA, Spain (March 12, 2017) The amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) conducts a stern gate marriage with a landing craft utility during an offload evolution. The ship is deployed with its amphibious ready group in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Barry A. Riley/Released)