PACIFIC OCEAN (April 29, 2021) Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Jose Ramirez prepares parts for shipping aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group and the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit are conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy Laramore)