 Welcome to All Hands Update, I'm Petty Officer Andrew Johnson. February is National African American History Month, and this year's theme is a century of Black life, history and culture. Fleet Master Chief of Manpower, Personnel, Training and Education, April Beldo, hosted an All Hands Call at the Defense Media Activity in Fort Meade, Maryland to share some of her experiences during her time in the fleet and her reflections on African American History Month. We owe it to ourselves and those who will follow in our footsteps to learn about those African Americans who made history, who served against the odds and who laid the foundation for the diverse Navy we have today. African Americans have served with honor and valor in the defense of our nation since the 18th century. The actions of many African Americans shaped our country and our military throughout its history. You can watch the full All Hands Call on Navy.mil.