PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 01, 2020) The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the Philippine Sea. America, flagship of the America Amphibious Ready Group assigned to Amphibious Squadron 11, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility 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 3rd Class Walter Estrada)

EAST CHINA SEA (Oct. 16, 2021) Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Joshua Leija, (right), from Eloy, Arizona, and Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 2nd Class Charles Kiggins, from Boulder, Colorado, conduct preventive maintenance on an MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to the “Warlords” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). Dewey is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin Stack)

OKINAWA, Japan (Sept. 19, 2020) Landing Craft, Air Cushion 10, assigned to Naval Beach Unit 7, currently attached to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42), arrives at Blue Beach during amphibious operations. Germantown, part of Expeditionary Strike Group Seven (ESG 7), along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility 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 Taylor DiMartino)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 26, 2020) The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) and the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) transit the Philippine Sea to maintain stability in the region. America, flagship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, assigned to Amphibious Squadron Eleven, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations 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 Seaman Matthew Cavenaile)

EAST CHINA SEA (Oct. 16, 2021) Airman Ousainou Jammeh, from Atlanta, conducts preventive maintenance on an MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to the “Warlords” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). Dewey is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin Stack)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 24, 2020) As seen from the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42), an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter from the “Archangels” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, Detachment 6, prepares to transport stores from the fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Ericsson (T-AO 194) to Germantown during a replenishment-at-sea, as the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18), left, and the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) sail behind Ericsson. Germantown, part of Expeditionary Strike Group Seven (ESG 7), along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility 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 Taylor DiMartino)

PHILIPPINES (Oct. 10, 2022) - U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Taylor Rodrigues, a radio operator with 3d Marine Division, practices using a Mini-Secure Communications Controller with Philippine Marines during KAMANDAG 6 at Fort Bonifacio, Philippines, Oct. 10, 2022. This system enables bilateral radio communications between the Philippine and U.S. Marine Corps. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. Rodrigues is a native of Colorado Springs, Colorado. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ujian Gosun) 221010-M-TU214-0124

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 25, 2020) The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), left, and the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) sail in formation as seen from the amphibious landing dock ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit team, is operating in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, and serves 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 Taylor DiMartino)

F-15 and F-16 Fighter aircraft from the Republic of Singapore Air Force fly in formation over Republic of Singapore Formidable-class frigate RSS Stalwart (FFC 72) during a live-fire missile exercise with Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) during Pacific Griffin 2021. Pacific Griffin is considered the most complex and warfare-centric bilateral engagement between both navies and represents a continued investment in the strengthening of the solid partnership between the U.S. and Republic of Singapore. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deanna Gonzales)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 16, 2020) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Jaren Carrasco, from San Antonio, left, boards a simulated suspect vessel during a visit, board, search and seizure training exercise from the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group assigned to Amphibious Squadron 11, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility 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 Kelby Sanders)

PHILIPPINE SEA (July 2, 2022) Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Tyshaun Canty, left, from Brooklyn, N.Y., and Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Daniel Bello, right, from San Jose, Calif., help Seaman Nicholas Beltran, center, from Porterville, Calif., don a self-contained breathing apparatus during a firefighting drill aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). Dewey is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and U.S. 7th fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samantha Oblander)

PHILIPPINE SEA (July 21, 2020) From left, The U.S. Navy guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54), Japan Maritime Self Defense Force JS Teruzuki (DD 116) and Royal Australian Navy HMAS Stuart (FFH 153) steam in formation during a trilateral exercise. Trilateral exercises between the JMSDF, ADF and U.S. Navy support shared goals of peace and stability while enhancing regional security and the right of all nations to trade, communicate, and choose their destiny in a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Codie L. Soule)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 16, 2021) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conduct flight operations with a CV-22B Osprey from the U.S. Air Force 21st Special Operations Squadron. 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 3rd Class Jonathan D. Berlier)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 14, 2020) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Jake Angulo, from Riverside, Calif., directs the drop-off of dry goods on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) during a vertical replenishment. New Orleans, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group assigned to Amphibious Squadron 11, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility 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 Kelby Sanders)

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 28, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Elena Gurule, from Santa Fe, N.M., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), signals an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Archangels of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 to land on the ship’s flight deck. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, 31st MEU team, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations 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 3rd Class Jonathan D. Berlier)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 24, 2020) As seen from the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42), the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18), left, conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Ericsson (T-AO 194). Germantown, part of Expeditionary Strike Group Seven (ESG 7), along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility 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 Taylor DiMartino)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 25, 2020) An MV-22B Osprey assigned to 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) launches from the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, flagship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, assigned to Amphibious Squadron Eleven, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to maintain security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Walter Estrada)

ATSUGI, Japan (May 8, 2020) A 1:800 scale model of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) assembled by Lt. Matthew Chiong, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) while in ROM prior to deployment. Ronald Reagan is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (Photo credit to Lt. Matthew Chiong)

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska (Aug. 6, 2020) - A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor aircraft assigned to the 3rd Wing approaches for landing at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 6, 2020, during Red Flag-Alaska 20-3. Red Flag-Alaska is a Pacific Air Forces-directed field training exercise where aircrews fly under simulated air combat conditions. This allows those involved to improve interoperability through the exchange of tactics, techniques and procedures. RF-A 20-3 was adapted to execute the training needed to maintain mission readiness and lethality while mitigating the potential spread of COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emily Farnsworth) 200806-F-MJ351-2099

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 2, 2021) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conduct an anti-terrorism force protection drill in the ship’s hangar bay. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 23, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 1st Class Emmanuel Bonsu, from Accra, Ghana, assigned to forward-deployed amphibious assault ship (LHA 6), signals an F-35B Lightning II fighter aircraft on the ship’s flight deck. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility 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 3rd Class Jonathan D. Berlier)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 22, 2020) A Marine from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit fires his M4 rifle during a live-fire training exercise aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) as the sun sets over the Philippine Sea. New Orleans, part Expeditionary Strike Group Seven (ESG 7), along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility 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 Kelby Sanders)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 6, 2020) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Breanna De La Fuente, from Long Beach, Miss., guides a CV-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft from the Air Force 21st Special Operations Squadron as it launches from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to maintain security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Walter Estrada)

EAST CHINA SEA (July 28, 2020) Chief Fire Controlman Reynard McNeil Jr., from San Diego, monitors a close-in weapons system as it is fired during a live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of America Expeditionary Strike Group, is operating in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, and serves 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 Taylor DiMartino)

BATURAJA, Indonesia (Aug. 8, 2022) - A soldier assigned to the TNI-AD flashes the "shacka" in Baturaja, Indonesia on Aug. 8, 2022 during Super Garuda Shield 22. Super Garuda Shield, a part of Operation Pathways and a longstanding annual, bilateral military exercise conducted between the U.S. military and Indonesia National Armed Forces, reinforces the U.S. commitments to our allies, and regional partners, joint readiness, and the interoperability to fight and win together. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. Kyle Abraham, 16th Combat Aviation Brigade) 220808-A-OE827-751

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YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan (Oct. 28, 2021) - A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldier assigned to the 34th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division engages in fire fighting during a guard and protect exercise in Samurai Readiness Inspection at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2021. In the scenario, enemies attacked a compound with modified M4 Carbine weapons while JGSDF soldiers and the 374th Security Forces Squadron’s Airmen conducted guard and protect. The SRI is an exercise that maintains operational readiness capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe) 211028-F-PM645-1918

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A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 18th Aggressor Squadron, Eielson Air Force Base, receives fuel from a 92nd Air Refueling Wing KC-135 Stratotanker above the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex during a training sortie for RED FLAG-Alaska 22-2, June 22, 2022. The 18th Aggressor Squadron supports RFA by sharing its knowledge of adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures to participating units, ensuring the United States and its allies receive the best air combat training possible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Sullivan)

EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 4, 2021) Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Towada-class replenishment oiler JS Tokiwa (AOE 423). Barry is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin Stack)

EAST CHINA SEA (July 26, 2020) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter transports stores pallets from the dry cargo ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) during a vertical replenishment-at-sea with the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of America Expeditionary Strike Group, is operating in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, and serves 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 Taylor DiMartino)

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 12, 2022) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Jake Bactad, from Oceanside, California, talks on a sound-powered telephone aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114). Ralph Johnson is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and U.S. 7th fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samantha Oblander)

OKINAWA, Japan (Jan. 15, 2021) Interior Communications Electrician 3rd Class Morgan Smith, from Henderson, Texas, troubleshoots a net terminal box aboard USS America (LHA 6). America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, serving as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kelsey Culbertson)

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 30, 2021) Lt. Cmdr. Travis Collins, from Idabel, Okla., tracks air contacts from inside the combat information center aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) as part of an air-defense exercise (ADEX) during Pacific Griffin 2021. Pacific Griffin is considered the most complex and warfare-centric bilateral engagement between both navies and represents a continued investment in the strengthening of the solid partnership between the U.S. and Republic of Singapore. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deanna Gonzales)

EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 2, 2020) An MH-60S Seahawk helicopter, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, lands on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) as the ship conducts night flight operations. America, flagship of America Expeditionary Strike Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to maintain security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jomark A. Almazan)

OKINAWA, Japan (March 21, 2022) Sailors from Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114) aboard a Rigid-hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) conduct small boat operations. Ralph Johnson is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and U.S. 7th fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samantha Oblander)

KORAT,Thailand (Mar. 9, 2020) - Pfc. Anthony Jones, a Soldier assigned to Bravo “Beast” Company, 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, fires his M4 Carbine during a team live fire exercise as a part of the Hanuman Guardian Exercise on March 9, 2020, at Camp Friendship, Korat, Thailand. Our relationship with the Kingdom of Thailand remains one of our most important in Southeast Asia. The bilateral training of HG20 demonstrates the commitment of the Kingdom of Thailand and the U.S. to our long-standing alliance. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Ezra Camarena, 28th Public Affairs Detachment) 200309-A-UH335-0011

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 16, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Shelby Mann, from Udall, Kansas, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), signals a CV-22B Osprey special operations aircraft from the U.S. Air Force 21st Special Operations Squadron to land on the ship’s flight deck. 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 3rd Class Jonathan D. Berlier)

SOUTH CHINA SEA (June 14, 2021) Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Jared Enger, from Augusta, Ga., fires an M4 rifle during a live fire exercise on the flight deck aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54). Curtis Wilbur is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Zenaida Roth)

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 16, 2022) Gunner’s Mate Seaman Raquell Carson, from San Diego, searches for surface contacts while standing watch in the Combat Information Center aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). Dewey is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and U.S. 7th fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samantha Oblander)

IWAKUNI, YAMAGUCHI, Japan (Oct. 2, 2020) - U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18C Hornets with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 taxi the runway at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 2, 2020. Marines with VMFA - 312 and Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA (AW)) 533, based out of Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, take part in a rotational unit deployment program to supplement Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 12. The deployment enables MAG-12 to maintain its obligation to the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security between Japan and U.S. while facilitating the safe transition for VMFA (AW) - 242 from F/A-18D Hornets to the F-35B Lightning II. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tyler Harmon) 201002-M-JO217-1197

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 23, 2021) Chief Gunner’s Mate Matthew Burke, left, from Gatesville, Texas, observes Yeoman 1st Class Keshawn Carpenter, from Baltimore, as he fires a .50-caliber machine gun during a crew serve weapons familiarization aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54). Antietam is attached to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 70 and conducting underway operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samantha Oblander)

SEA OF JAPAN (Sept. 21, 2021) Master at Arms 1st Class Michael Oot, from Syracuse, New York, fires an M-500 shotgun on a practical working course on the flight deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65). Benfold is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Deanna Gonzales)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 8, 2021) A Puma helicopter assigned to Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) delivers supplies to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) during a vertical replenishment. Barry is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin Stack)

EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 20, 2021) Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) heave a line during a replenishment-at-sea with Henry J. Kaiser class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199). Barry is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin Stack)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 25, 2020) Chief Quartermaster Sonexay Phommalinh, from Ansonia, Conn., stands on the port bridge wing of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) as the ship sails in formation with the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), left, and the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). Germantown, part of America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit team is operating in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, and serves 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 Taylor DiMartino)

OAHU, Hawaii--

World War II era warbrids fly in formation over Oahu Sept. 1, 2020, for the 75th Commemoration of the End

of WWII. World War II remains a historic reminder of how the dedicated resolve of allies with a common purpose and shared vision builds proven partnerships that ensure we continue to stand together with our allies and partners in maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.

(U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Nelson Jr.)

EAST CHINA SEA (Nov. 10, 2021) Ens. Reuben Lumaban, from Port Orchard, Washington, mans the bridge radar console aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) during routine operations. Dewey is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin Stack)

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 19, 2021)Gunner’s Mate Seaman Parker Covert, from Saukville, Wis., fires a messenger line from aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) to the Lewis and Clark class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) during a replenishment-at-sea, while Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Alexander Hess, from Fort Wayne, Ind., observes. Benfold is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deanna Gonzales)

200802-N-DB724-1034 EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 2, 2020) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conduct night flight operations with an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25. America, flagship of America Expeditionary Strike Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to maintain security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jomark A. Almazan)

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 28, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Elena Gurule, from Santa Fe, N.M., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), signals an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Archangels of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 to land on the ship’s flight deck. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, 31st MEU team, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations 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 3rd Class Jonathan D. Berlier)

EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 20, 2021) Gunners Mate 3rd Class Mario Herrera, from Louisville, Kentucky, fires a shot line from Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) to Henry J. Kaiser class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199) during a replenishment-at-sea. Barry is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin Stack)