The USS New Orleans is an amphibious transport ship, commissioned in 2007. Its lower deck can carry two hovercrafts and, well, a boatload of other gear like jeeps. The lower deck can be flooded to aid in launching amphibious vehicles.
We were given an excellent tour by a Boatswain's Mate, of rank Petty Officer Second Class. His main task is working the anchors while mooring, and as a watchman while under way.
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