U.S. Pacific Fleet
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EAST CHINA SEA (Nov. 3, 2021) Sailors assigned to forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) stand fire watch on the flight deck while the ship sails in formation with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship JS Ise (DDH 182). America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in U.S. 7th Fleet to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Shelby Tucker)
211103-N-QM905-1023
EAST CHINA SEA (Nov. 3, 2021) Sailors assigned to forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) stand fire watch on the flight deck while the ship sails in formation with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship JS Ise (DDH 182). America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in U.S. 7th Fleet to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Shelby Tucker)