ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

USS Bataan (LHD-5)

OK kiddo, let me explain what the USS Bataan (LHD-5) is. It's a big ship that travels on the water and belongs to the United States Navy. The USS Bataan is called an "LHD," which means "Landing Helicopter Dock." That's because the ship is mainly used to carry helicopters that can land on the deck and take off from there.

The USS Bataan is also called an "amphibious assault ship," which means it's capable of carrying tons of Marines, their equipment, and their weapons, and bring them to the shore for a mission. It's kind of like a floating army base that can move around and go wherever the US military needs it to go.

The USS Bataan is named after a World War II battle where many brave soldiers fought and won. The ship has been used in many important missions around the world, including helping with relief efforts after natural disasters like hurricanes and earthquakes, and supporting US military operations.

Overall, the USS Bataan is an important part of the US Navy and helps keep us all safe.