191019-N-FG333-2017 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 19 2019) Chief Navy Counselor Jorge Ramirez, from Brownsville, Texas, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), speaks to a Sailor during “8 Bells” training in the ship’s classroom. The “8 Bells” program was developed through Boxer’s Chiefs Mess in conjunction with Sailor 360 initiatives to provide training and mentorship for E-1 thru E-3 Sailors onboard the ship. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to support regional stability, reassure partners and allies, and maintain a presence to respond to any crisis ranging from humanitarian assistance to contingency operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Ortiz/Released)