171221-N-HT134-036 STRAIT OF MALACCA (Dec. 21, 2017) Sailors assigned to the engineering department aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) exchange holiday gifts during morning quarters. America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Asia Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Daniel Pastor/Released)