Sailing with the setting sun. Leaving Norfolk Naval Station going east past Fort Monroe Hampton VA. Most Likely to support the large number of ships that sail this day for exercises.
She is a Lewis and Clark class dry cargo ship (13th out of 14 in the class). Commissioned in 2012, she weighs 40,298 tons full load, has a draft 31 feet (max) and a top speed 20 knots. She supports deployed ships with any supplies they might need, including food and ammunition. Usually only carries light machine guns for close self defense, she probably could be fitted with Phalanx Close In Weapon Systems if ever needed. Can also carry and operate 2 helicopters, typically MH-60 or Super Pumas.