Sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) prepare to launch a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) in preparation for a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team training exercise. Mesa Verde Sailors and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) Marines are participating in a composite training unit exercise in preparation for deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shannon M. Smith/Released)