PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 25, 2020) The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) sails in formation, as seen from the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). America, 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)