USS New Orleans (LPD-18)

USS New Orleans (LPD-18) is a San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock commissioned into the United States Navy on March 10, 2007. Designed to support amphibious assault, special operations, and expeditionary warfare missions, the ship has participated in numerous multinational exercises and humanitarian missions. Notably, USS New Orleans was involved in Operation Unified Response, providing disaster relief to Haiti after the 2010 earthquake. The vessel continues to serve as a critical asset in the U.S. Navy’s Pacific Fleet, enhancing maritime security and supporting joint operations worldwide.