180329-N-YG414-204 YOKOSUKA, Japan (March 29, 2018) Culinary Specialist Seaman Nia Washington, from Houston, decorates a celebratory cake in honor of National Women's History Month aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). In 1987, Congress declared March as National Women's History Month to recognize the outstanding achievements of women. Blue Ridge and her crew have now entered a final upkeep and training phase in preparation to become fully mission capable for operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Semales/Released)