The National Ensign flies aboard USS Bataan during a port visit to the Sicilian city of Palermo, Italy, May 27, 2011. During the recent four-day port visit to Palermo, considered to be "the world's most conquered city," Morale, Welfare and Recreation officials coordinated several tours within the city and across the Sicilian landscape. The Marines and sailors of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit are currently deployed with Amphibious Squadron 6 aboard USS Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and will continue to train and improve the MEU's ability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force. The 22nd MEU is a multi-mission, capable force comprised of an Aviation Combat Element, Marine Tilt Rotor Squadron 263 (Reinforced); a Logistics Combat Element, Combat Logistics Battalion 22; a Ground Combat Element, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment; and its Command Element.