200411-N-BT681-1017 EAST CHINA SEA (April 11, 2020) The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) approaches the fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Ericsson (T-AO 194) for a replenishment-at-sea with John Ericsson and the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 10). America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group and 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit 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 Seaman Jonathan Berlier/Released)