USS Kearsarge

The USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) is a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship of the United States Navy. It was launched on March 26, 1992, and commissioned on October 16, 1993. The ship is equipped with an assault support system that coordinates the movement of troops, cargo, and vehicles, as well as a Monorail system and a 13,600-square-foot well deck. It is capable of amphibious assault, advance force, and special purpose operations, non-combatant evacuation, and humanitarian missions. Since its commissioning, the Kearsarge has participated in various operations, including the evacuation of non-combatants from Sierra Leone and the rescue of Air Force Captain Scott O'Grady. The ship is also equipped with state-of-the-art command and control systems and medical facilities, making it a versatile platform for various military and humanitarian operations.learn more on wikipedia