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USS Rushmore Military Ship Tracker
USS Rushmore Military Ship Tracking Map
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USS Rushmore Military Ship Details
The Whidbey Island class dock landing ships are optimized for amphibious operations with a large well deck capable of carrying up to 4 LCACs or 21 AAVs. They support extensive vehicle and cargo transport for Marine Expeditionary Units along with helicopter facilities for CH-53 and MV-22 operations.
Whidbey Island Class Sister Ships
| Ship Name(s) | Line Name |
|---|---|
| USS Ashland, USS Comstock DEPLOYED, USS Fort McHenry DECOMMISSIONED, USS Germantown, USS Gunston Hall, USS Tortuga, USS Whidbey Island DECOMMISSIONED | United States Navy |
USS Rushmore (LSD-47) Previous Deployments
USS Rushmore (LSD-47) Deployment 2025-1
Deployment Began: Wed Oct 15, 2025
Deployment Ended: Wed Jul 22, 2026
Days Deployed: 280 days
Deployment Location: South China Sea (July 20, 2026)
Post-Deployment Location: Japan operating area
Mission: Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship operated with USS Tripoli, USS New Orleans, and elements of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit in the Indo-Pacific and Middle East, supporting Tripoli ARG regional presence, maritime security, crisis-response, Operation Epic Fury, blockade-support, aviation, logistics, and partner operations.