Post by MC3 Mark Hays, USS Bataan Public Affairs
Fifteen Midshipmen from the United States Naval Academy became the second group to embark the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) for summer training from June 23- July 18.
Fifteen Midshipmen from the United States Naval Academy became the second group to embark the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) for summer training from June 23- July 18.
During the summer, these Midshipmen are assigned to various units throughout the Navy for training intended to give them first-hand experience in the fleet. This training is designed to assist them later when they request which areas of the Navy or Marine Corps they would like to serve.
Midshipmen prepare to hoist flags during a training evolution on board USS Bataan. Photo by MC3 Chase Hawley, USS Bataan Public Affairs |
"This was my first time being a running mate,” said Personnel Specialist 2nd Class DeeAnn Cabrera, from Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. “It was an eye opening experience to show a future officer around the ship, which helps them make their decision on their future job.”
While aboard Bataan, the Midshipmen spent their time observing in work spaces such as engineering, supply, personnel, and deck which are designed to broaden their prospective as future leaders.
"I got to spend a lot of time in deck department,” said Midshipman Morgan Jung from Tenstrike, Minn. “During the RAS (Replenishment at Sea) I helped the Deck Department Sailors who maintain the Phone and Distance line which was a really neat experience.”
Mids wait to board a landing craft air cushion (LCAC) on board USS Bataan. Photo by MC1 Julie Matyascik, USS Bataan Public Affairs |
During their cruise Midshipmen saw firsthand an amphibious assault ship’s capabilities by riding in a Landing Craft Air Cushion, CH-53 Super Stallion, touring the inside of a tank, and helping Bataan’s Landing Signal Enlisted Sailor direct aircraft onto the flight deck.
"I think I want to be a pilot,” said Midshipman Meghan Moloney, from Springfield, Va. “After directing in Helo’s with the LSE’s, I was sold on pursuing my future as a pilot. I want to experience that everyday.”
During their three week stay, Bataan’s leadership provided hands on training that Midshipmen cannot get at the Naval Academy.
Mids learn how to set up plates for welding in the metal shop on board USS Bataan. Photo by MC1 RJ Stratchko, USS Bataan Public Affairs |
Bataan is the flagship for the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.
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