180330-N-YM543-169 YOKOSUKA, Japan — Lt. Colleen Benjamin, from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., gives a speech during a celebratory event for National Women’s History Month. In 1987, Congress declared March as National Women’s History Month to recognize the outstanding achievements of women. USS 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 Dylan McKay)