US Military Sealift Command operated Expeditionary Mobile Base. Will be used to support mine warfare, special operation, and other forces as a forward base ship. Expected to deploy to the Persian Gulf to replace the USS Ponce (AFSB(I) 15) to allow her delayed retirement. Seen here on the Elizabeth River at the General Dynamics-NASSCO Shipyard in Portsmouth VA undergoing a refit to enhance her ability to support Special Operations Forces. Taken from the tour boat Victory Rover.