PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 22, 2022) The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship JS Hyuga (DDH 181), left, and the Wasp-Class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) steam in formation with the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) during a formation exercise. Operating as part of Pacific Fleet, USS Essex and USS America, along with JS Hyuga, are conducting training to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific region. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Thomas Contant)

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