Navy Relief Embarks U.S. Commander Joint Task Force Katrina, Lt. Gen. Russell Honore, embarks the USS Bataan, Aug. 31, 2005, to get a first-hand look at the ship's disaster relief operations capabilities. The Bataan's involvement in the humanitarian assistance operations is an effort led by the Defense Department in conjunction with the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The USS Bataan has been tasked to be the Maritime Disaster Relief Coordinator for the Navy's role in the relief efforts. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image: Full Size (0.1 MB) Photo By: VIRIN: 631558-D-VXI53-052.jpg Photo Gallery