USS America in Manila

USS America, an amphibious assault ship of the United States Navy sails into Manila on March 21 for a three-day rest and recreation for its crew after participating in a military exercise in Japan.

The 1999 PH – US Visiting Forces Agreement allows American ships and aircraft to visit the Philippines.

-Photos by Bullit Marquez for VERA Files

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