160420-N-AV746-046 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 20, 2016) A surfer swims above a wave as the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) sails off the southern coast of California. Modern Navy Amphibious Assault Ships project power and maintain presence by serving as the cornerstone of the Amphibious Readiness Groups and Expeditionary Strike Groups. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy M. Black/Released)

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