YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan (Jan. 8, 2021) - Army Soldiers assigned to the 1st Battalion, 1st Special Force Group (Airborne) parachute from an Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during an Army and Air Force high altitude - low opening jump training exercise at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 8, 2021. HALO training not only allowed Soldiers and Airmen to practice jumping, but it also allowed the Yokota aircrews to practice flight tactics and timed package drops. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe) 210108-F-PM645-3945

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 12, 2020) The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conducts a replenishment at sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Cesar Chavez (T-AKE 14). America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 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)

SEA OF JAPAN (Aug. 13, 2020) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Brian Bickmeier, from Upland, Calif., directs the landing of an AH-1Z Viper helicopter from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans, part of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, and serves as a ready response force to defend security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelby Sanders)

OAHU, Hawaii-- World War II era warbirds fly in formation over Oahu Sept. 1, 2020, for the 75th Anniversary of the End of WWII Commemoration. World War II remains a historic reminder of how the dedicated resolve of allies with a common purpose and shared vision built proven partnerships that endure. Today the U.S. Military continues to stand together with allies and partners in maintaining a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 10, 2020) Deck department Sailors lower a rigid-hull inflatable boat from the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) for a visit, board, search and seizure exercise. Germantown, 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 Taylor DiMartino)

OKINAWA, Japan (March 24, 2022) Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114) heave a line. 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)

EAST CHINA SEA (July 16, 2020) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Michelle Sejour, from Orlando, Fla., coordinates messages from the combat information center while standing watch as a phone talker on the bridge of 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)

TAIWAN STRAIT (June 4, 2020) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Russell (DDG 59) transits the Taiwan Strait, June 4, 2020. Russell is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sean Lynch) 200604-N-CU072-3002

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (May 17, 2021) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Branham Daniel, from Dalton, Ga., hauls line for a replenishment-at-sea with fleet replenishment oiler Henry J. Kaiser-class USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198) 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)

EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 6, 2020) Sailors assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) pilot a covered rigid-hull inflatable boat in the East China Sea. 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 )

OKINAWA, Japan (April 12, 2023) - U.S. Marines with the maritime raid force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct barricade drills at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, April 12, 2023. The drills honed Marines’ skills to shoot from multiple positions while behind cover. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps’ only continuously forward-deployed MEU, provides a flexible and lethal force ready to perform a wide range of military operations as the premier crisis response force in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Manuel Alvarado) 230412-M-YJ953-1054

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 7, 2020) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Steven Shoemate, from Lansing, Kan., right, fires a .50-caliber machine gun and Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Cameron Howard, from Houston, maintains communication with the bridge during a Small Craft Action Team (SCAT) live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of Expeditionary Strike Group 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)

EAST CHINA SEA (Nov. 1, 2021) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Hannah Houston, from St. Louis, discharges water with a firefighting hose on the flight deck of 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)

PHILIPPINES (Aug. 18, 2021) Philippine Navy Boarding Team simulates a vessel boarding as part of this year's SEACAT a exercise. Among the participants, "Beauty," a military working dog, and other dogs like her are used by the boarding teams for their compact size and to sniff out illegal drugs and contraband. In its 20th year, SEACAT is a multilateral exercise designed to enhance cooperation among 21 participating Southeast Asian countries and provide mutual support and a common goal to address crises, contingencies, and illegal activities in the maritime domain in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (Philippines Navy courtesy photo)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 7, 2020) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Steven Shoemate, from Lansing, Kan., fires a .50-caliber machine gun during a Small Craft Action Team (SCAT) live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of Expeditionary Strike Group 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)

EAST CHINA SEA (Nov. 9, 2021) Fire Controlman (Aegis) 3rd Class Elijah Norris, from Roseburg, Oregon, stands the radar system controller watch in the combat information center 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)

EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 18, 2021) Quartermaster 1st Class Jacob Worden, from Bolingbrook, Illinois, gives a report from the pilot house aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) during routine operations. 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 18, 2020) Master Chief Damage Controlman Lavoskia Torain, from Memphis, Tenn., left, provides training to on-scene leader Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Jakeem Booker, from Chicago, right, as his team fights a simulated class alpha fire during a damage control training drill 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

PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 7, 2020) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Steven Shoemate, from Lansing, Kan., left, fires a .50-caliber machine gun and Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Cameron Howard, from Houston, maintains communication with the bridge during a Small Craft Action Team (SCAT) live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of Expeditionary Strike Group 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)

SEA OF JAPAN (Sept. 17, 2021) Seaman Daniel Aguilar, from Phoenix, applies primer to a bulkhead aboard 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)

EAST CHINA SEA (Oct. 27, 2021) Chief Warrant Officer Jeremy Blakely, from Houston, stands watch in the combat information center 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)

SEA OF JAPAN (Sept. 15, 2021) Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Nicole Zapata, from Tampa, Florida, signals a Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force SH-60 Seahawk helicopter to land on the flight deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) while Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Aliana Valde, from New City, New York, spots for safety. 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)

TOKYO, Japan (Jan. 17, 2022) - U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Steven R. Rudder, left, commander, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific (MARFORPAC) , and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) Gen. Yoshihide Yoshida, chief of staff, meets for an out-call after the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2022, Tokyo, Japan, June 17, 2022. This iteration of PALS brought senior leaders of allied and partnered militaries together to discuss amphibious force readiness, expeditionary advanced base operations, intermediate force capabilities, and ways to improve interoperability between partners within the Indo-Pacific region. A total of 18 participating delegations from Asia, Australia, Europe, South America, and North America participated in the symposium. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Haley Fourmet Gustavsen) 220617-M-GI936-4101

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PHILIPPINE SEA (April 30, 2022) Sailors discuss the ship’s course 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)

BAN DAN LAN HOI, Thailand (Mar. 2, 2020) - U.S. Army soldiers with 25th Infantry Division, 3rd Squadron, 4th Cavalry Troop, crouch behind a dirt berm after a Bangalore torpedo explosion while preparing for a combined arms live fire exercise (CALFEX) during Exercise Cobra Gold 2020 at Ban Dan Lan Hoi, Kingdom of Thailand, March 2, 2020. The use of a Bangalore torpedo is primarily for clearing paths through wire obstacles and heavy undergrowth. Cobra Gold enhances military to military engagement efforts to maintain readiness and increase the capability, capacity, and interoperability of partner nations while simultaneously reinforcing our commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kaleb Martin) 200302-M-IG936-1052

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KATHMANDU, Nepal (Jan 10, 2019) - Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM ), Adm. Phil Davidson, participates in a wreath laying ceremony at the Nepali Army pavilion. This is Davidson’s first visit to Nepal as the USINDOPACOM commander. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Robin W. Peak) 190110-N-WY954-0254

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 10, 2021) Hospitalman Victoria Henzler, from Piti, Guam, passes surgical tools to members of Fleet Surgical Team (FST) 7 during a routine surgery aboard amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans, part 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelby Sanders)

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 16, 2021) Machinist’s Mate (Auxiliary) 3rd Class Bryson Stidham combats a simulated fire in a machinery space aboard the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Alabama (SSBN 731) (Blue) while conducting operations in the Pacific Ocean, June 16. U.S. military forces are present and active in and around the Pacific in support of allies and partners and a free and open Indo-Pacific for more than 75 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Josue L. Escobosa/Released)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 7, 2020) Electronics Technician 2nd Class Ryan Saine, from Manzanola, Colo., mans a firehose to fight a simulated fire during a damage control drill aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of Expeditionary Strike Group 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 (Oct. 7, 2020) Aviation Ordinanceman Airman Ramon Garcia, from Fairfield, Calif., simulates electrically isolating a space during a damage control drill aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of Expeditionary Strike Group 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) Intelligence Specialist 1st Class Daniel Acosta, from Clarksville, Tenn., utilizes the Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD) to hail a suspect vessel, simulated by USS Germantown (LSD 42), during a visit, board, search and seizure exercise aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans, part of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit team, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, and serves as a ready response force to defend security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelby Sanders)

OKINAWA, Japan (Aug. 27, 2020) Landing Craft, Air Cushion 30, assigned to Naval Beach Unit 7, arrives at White Beach from the amphibious dock landing 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)

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Aug. 23, 2021) Sonar Technician 3rd Class Tryston Wallace, from Jonesville, Michigan, conducts line handling as Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) gets underway to support MALABAR 2021 and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. Barry is deployed supporting Commander, Task Force (CTF 71)/ Destroyer Squadron 15 (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 (Sept. 10, 2020) - Deck department Sailors lower a rigid-hull inflatable boat from the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) for a visit, board, search and seizure exercise. Germantown, 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 Taylor DiMartino) 200910-N-CL550-1049

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 7, 2020) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Karyna Irizarry, from Cleveland, uses a Navy firefighter’s thermal imager while fighting a simulated fire during a damage control drill aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, part of Expeditionary Strike Group 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 (June 19, 2021) Fire Controlman (Aegis) 3rd Class Edison Crafts, from Poway, Calif., handles line aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Lewis and Clark class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6). 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)

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III based out of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam conducts a flying sortie during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-1 over the Pacific Ocean Oct. 28, 2023. Realistic training exercises with our allies and partners, like JPMRC, strengthen defense relationships, foster multinational interoperability, generate readiness, and combat-credible fighter formations. JPMRC 24-1 includes over 5,300 training participants from across the U.S. Joint Force, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Indonesia, and Thailand. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Mysti Bicoy)

EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 4, 2021) Chief Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) Dexter Jay Anis, from Seattle, inspects a fuel sample aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) during 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 18, 2020) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Antoiwauna Southern, from Canton, Miss., relays messages between a hose team and Damage Control Repair Station 2 during a damage control training drill simulating a class alpha fire 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)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 11, 2020) Boatswain’s Mate of the Watch Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Trevor Drain, from Lake Forest, Calif., rings six bells on the bridge of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) signaling a moment of silence throughout the ship held in remembrance of the 9/11 attacks 19 years ago. Germantown, 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 Taylor DiMartino)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 24, 2020) An MH-60S Seahawk helicopter from the “Archangels” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, Detachment 6, delivers stores to the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) as the ship 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)

OKINAWA, Japan (Aug. 27, 2020) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Matthew Michela, from Santa Clarita, Calif., assigned to Naval Beach Unit 7, tucks the air cushion under the bow ramp of Landing Craft, Air Cushion 30 after it arrives on White Beach from the amphibious dock landing 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)

EAST CHINA SEA (July 28, 2020) Fire Controlman 3rd Class Steven Shoemate, from Lansing, Kan., fires a close-in weapons system (CIWS) from the CIWS local control station 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)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 10, 2021) Lt. Geoff Girolamo, from Grosse Ile, Mich., checks paperwork in preparation for a surgery to be performed by Fleet Surgical Team (FST) 7 aboard amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans, part 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelby Sanders)

EAST CHINA SEA (March 26, 2021) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) lower a sailor down a ladder well during stretcher bearer training. Curtis Wilbur is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cody Beam)

SOUTH CHINA SEA (July 20, 2021) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Shakeel Mickens, from Brooklyn, N.Y., slices oranges in preparation for dinner aboard 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)

EAST CHINA SEA (July 26, 2020) Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Alexi Mae Bundang, from Baton Rouge, La., sorts mail aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during a vertical replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3). 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)

CAMP FUJI, Japan (Oct. 3, 2021) - U.S. Marines with 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division conduct a force-on-force exercise during Noble Jaguar 2021 at Combined Arms Training Center, Camp Fuji, Japan, Oct. 3, 2021. This portion of the exercise focused on coastal defense and counter-landing operations across a distributed maritime environment. III Marine Expeditionary Force executed these actions as a part of an integrated operation with joint forces to maintain readiness and demonstrate U.S. resolve to preserve regional security. 2/3 is forward-deployed under 4th Marines as part of the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kree Laing) 211003-M-GU374-469

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EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 18, 2020) - Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), and Sailors aboard amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), manage the flight deck following the conclusion of a helicopter raid training exercise. America, flagship of America Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), 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. Marine Corps photo by 1st Lt. Stephanie Murphy) 200918-M-DW042-1027

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 5, 2020) Rear Adm. Fred Kacher, commander of Expeditionary Strike Group 7, left, presents a coin to Quartermaster 3rd Class Cendy Gonzaga, from Los Angeles, on the bridge of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during a visit. Germantown, part of Expeditionary Strike Group 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)