USS Rushmore (LSD 47)

USS Rushmore (LSD 47) is a Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship commissioned into the United States Navy on June 1, 1991. Designed to support amphibious operations, Rushmore has participated in numerous deployments, including missions in the Western Pacific, Indian Ocean, and the Arabian Gulf. The ship has supported humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, and combat operations, notably contributing to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. With a focus on transporting and launching amphibious craft and vehicles, Rushmore continues to serve as a vital asset for the U.S. Navy’s expeditionary warfare capabilities.