The USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) is an amphibious assault ship of the United States Navy, commissioned in 1993. It is designed to support Marine Corps operations and can carry helicopters, landing craft, and troops. The ship is named after the Battle of Kearsarge, a naval engagement during the American Civil War. As part of the Wasp-class of ships, the Kearsarge features a flight deck and a well deck for launching and recovering landing craft. It plays a crucial role in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions, showcasing the Navy's ability to respond quickly to crises around the world.