Anchorage is the seventh San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock that was commissioned May 4, 2013 in her namesake city of Anchorage, Alaska.
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03/23/2026
THE FINAL BATTLE PROBLEM!
USS ANCHORAGE undergoes a test known as Final Battle Problem (FBP) that pushes them in everything that they’ve trained on before. It’s a culminating event for a ship that marks the end of its basic phase and proves that they’re ready for the next step. Now that FBP is out of the way, the ANCHORAGE prepares for its next challenge!
03/05/2026
UNDER SECRETARY OF THE NAVY!
Hung Cao, the Under Secretary of the Navy, and Micaela Lee, his Chief of Staff, visits USS ANCHORAGE for a tour to get a better understanding of what we do as a warfighting ship!
Photos by MC3 Costan
02/24/2026
ANCHORAGE LOCKED AND LOADED!
USS ANCHORAGE loads up on ammunitions to prepare for future endeavors and to continue to be a powerful force out on the waterfront!
Photos by MC3 Costan
02/20/2026
CAN’T DODGE DECK!
For the first time, USS ANCHORAGE hosts a dodgeball tournament for the different departments aboard the ship! With competitive spirits at an all-time high and balls flying throughout the air, only one department remains... DECK DEPARTMENT!!
Photos by MC3 Costan
02/12/2026
MARINES INCOMING!
USS Anchorage and fellow Marines partner together to tactically train with Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACV). These vehicles help Marines perform their missions across the world, allowing them to traverse from ship to shore.
02/02/2026
Students from Elsinore High School’s Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) take a tour onboard USS Anchorage to learn of the daily activities that happen on a U.S. Navy ship. These students train, prepare and learn so that they can become service members one day!
Photos by MC3 Costan
10/02/2025
ANCHORS AWAY!
Six new Chief Petty Officers are pinned aboard USS Anchorage after a long, arduous Chief season. Their hard work, dedication and perseverance has led them to this moment — one deeply rooted in the traditions and honor of being a United States Navy Chief Petty Officer.
Photos by MCSN Costan, IT2 Williams and ENS Stephens
09/22/2025
LCU AND LCAC OPS!
USS Anchorage undergoes its certification for LCU and LCAC operations. Deck department gets these crafts in and out of the well deck safely and efficiently!
Photos by MCSN Costan, SR Scalzo and ENS Stephens
08/25/2025
REENLISTMENT
FC1 Paul Harlev reenlists in the United States Navy, continuing his honorable service to this country. Many thanks to him as he goes on to do many more great things!
Photos by MCSN Costan
08/18/2025
FOOD AND FUN!
Sailors from USS Anchorage share good food and good times at Admiral Baker Park. Several competitions occurred as well as a raffle and awards!
Photos by MCSN Costan and Ens. Stephens