Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship
USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) is the first of four new cargo variants to the LSD 41 class of amphibious assault ships.  Harpers Ferry displaces 16,740 tons fully loaded, is 609 ft. 7 in. long, and has a beam of 84 feet.  It can reach speeds of more than 20 knots and has a complement of 300 officers and Sailors plus 450 embarked troops.

Harpers Ferry (LSD-49)
Dock Landing Ship

SHIELD

  Dark Blue and gold are the colors traditionally associated with the Navy, symbolizing the sea and excellence.  Red and gold are the traditional Marine Corps colors.  The chevron denotes movement, representing the delivery ashore of ground troops.  The battle axe denotes strength and battle readiness.  Her two cutting edges allude to the prowess of both Harpers Ferry's crew and the Marines she will land.

CREST

  The ship wheel and fountain, heraldic symbols for the water, refer to transportation and the ship's worldwide capabilities while simultaneously highlighting the location and importance of the town of Hapers Ferry, West Virginia, the ship's namesake.  The muskets, from the Civil War era, indicate both the past and present Harpers Ferry while alluding to the history of the town.

MOTTO

  "First in Freedom"