 Divisions, right, face, section leaders, fall out, and we ask this as a courtesy. Photography is certainly encouraged, but we ask that you remain seated and off the drill deck. The photographers you will see on deck throughout their view are the official photographers of Recruit Training Command. Today, you will see six divisions comprised of 341 sailors participating in their graduation ceremony and soon to join the most powerful Navy in the world. Please draw your attention to the unit position at Centre Neck. The review commander and staff. The review commander is responsible for conducting the graduation ceremony. Today's review commander is Seaman Recruit Cody Pelleterra from Naples, Florida. Let's give them a hand, folks, and the triple threat unit under these units are comprised entirely of based into divisions of 88 personnel and assigned division commanders. Recruit division commanders form the backbone of recruit training and are key individuals in the life of division commanders must serve as counselors, disciplinarians, administrators, and military leaders. Above all, they must show themselves as outstanding examples of attitude and behavior. Each division also has a recruit chief petty officer. This senior recruits supervises the visual staff positions and leads the division in the absence of their division commanders. Ladies and gentlemen, it is my pleasure to introduce the graduate divisions, their division commanders, and recruit chief petty officers. As I introduce each division, they will raise the competitive flags that they have earned throughout their training. As I introduce each recruit chief petty officer, the flag representing their home state will also be raised. Please hold your applause until all introductions have been completed. I will be starting from their division to zero chief petty officer, petty officer, first class, and their recruit chief petty officer, senior apprentice, Catherine Kane from Brasauria, Texas. Division two, zero, seven, commanded by chief petty officer, Dwayne Thompson. Their senior, Warren McKinnon from Portland, Division two, zero, eight, commanded by chief petty officer, Lava Keenan. Their senior apprentice, Joshua Goldston from Woodland, California. Division two, zero, chief petty officer, Ryan Portasuella. Zero, commanded by senior chief petty officer, William Doyle, Edward Andrew, and their recruit chief petty officer, senior apprentice, Jacory Clark from San Antonio, Texas. Division nine, two, six, commanded by chief petty officer, Dane Walton. Petty officer, second class, Mary Caboza. Petty officer, second class, Joseph Smith. And their recruit chief petty officer, Seaman Griffin Aloy from Fort Lee, Virginia. On behalf of the commanding officer and staff of recruit training command, we congratulate these division commanders and recruit chief petty officers on a job well done. This time on our tradition is our formal greeting to this morning's civilian officer. When requested by the announcer, please stand for the arrival on us, marching out on the colors, the national anthem, and the invocation. As a reminder, military guests should remain covered throughout the entire graduation ceremony. And ladies and gentlemen, one final note. As befitting in this occasion, our ceremony is conducted in a formal manner. However, we do encourage you to participate in today's graduation ceremony by letting your applause show these sailors just how proud of them you are. Once again, welcome aboard. Will the guests please rise and remain standing for the arrival of the official party. Training command arriving, guests may be seated. Good morning ladies and gentlemen, in this moment of gratitude and praying. Let us pray. This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be eternal fathers of Ardo's training. We gather at this glorious moment to give you thanks and raise our praise of glory for all the goodlings who showered upon us. We lift our hearts and souls in praise and gratitude for all the miracles we witnessed in our life and the life of our shipmates who were able to find threats to overcome the many obstacles of boot camp. Some face physical obstacles and you hold them on the palm of your hands to overcome their fears and insecurities. Some had emotional challenges and you helped them win over their separation anxiety and made them strong independent sailor ready to embark on amazing journey. Some faced mental difficulties and you support them and enlighten their mind to discern the need to become the best version of themselves. Some struggled spiritually and Lord you were there in their hardship to sustain them to remind them that you are an Emmanuel God with us. Even when things did get tough and hard, you reminded us that you are the ultimate love and you called us from the music of our loneliness to join a greater cause and serve our nation and fellow citizen. From the initial P days and all experience and worries, to passing the RBC assessment health waiting boot camp, from preparing to face the challenges of battle stations, to victoriously celebrating camping ceremony. Now finally we are living this unforgettable long waited moment of the graduation of these new sailors standing here proudly waiting their well earned liberty and especially uniting with their families and beloved ones. We bless you Lord for all the good and wonderful deeds and we offer you our gratitude to all the RBCs and staff members who helped changing these new sailors and repair them to go to the beat with head held high and mindset with positive pride and courageous heart. Bless them Lord and reward them hundredfold and more. We are thankful also for our families and beloved ones who supported these new sailors and continue to do so. Bless them Lord and be with them especially when duty calls and we have to go and answer it. Lead us all to the ports of salvation in your most holy name that is above all names. Now and forever we pray. Amen. The orders and instructions to the Unic commanders that the Unic commanders would face about and relay that information to their divisions. Today's events show how orders are passed through the chain of command. Our guests of honor and sportsmanship, H. Trent and Smith, neighborhood force, U.S. Mississippi support, and I assure your sailors, please join me in giving them a round of applause for their outstanding performance in the training, physically fit and smartly missing the sailors such as those standing here this morning. These sailors have successfully completed 10 weeks of demanding recruit training. They have earned the right to wear the uniform recognized throughout the world as a symbol of freedom. They and others like them serve as the bedrock of our neighborhood forces. They will join other sailors around the world to give our Navy its combat edge and enable us to help keep this nation secure. This training group is ready to graduate and serve as the world's most powerful Navy. Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you 341 of the newest, the sharpest sailors in the United States Navy. It promotes teamwork, attention to detail, and brightened accomplishment. Divisions performing above standards throughout their training are awarded recognition flags as the five missionaries, academic achievement, military career, compartment readiness, applications, and physical fitness. These flags are carried as a visible symbol of the division's success. Each flag indicates that your sailors individually and as teams, meant performance standards, and one or more missionaries. A division that excels in every phase of training qualifies for the battle efficiency, honor division recognition, and is awarded the family honor flag for this exemplary achievement. Division nine, two, six, has earned this honor today. This week's individual awards, and you'll be joined on the drill deck by our remaining officer, Captain Brooks, and our guest of honor, the Northmaster Chiefsman for achieving the highest overall academic score during her group training, Stephen Michael Bradford. Division two, zero nine from Lydia, Florida, has earned the academic excellence award, which is sponsored by the late defiance chapter of the Illinois Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. Stephen Bradford receives a letter of commendation from the commanding officer. Well done, sailor. Crafty displayed extraordinary qualities, best expressing the American spirit of honor, initiative, and loyalty. Division nine, two, six, from Phoenix, Arizona, is awarded the Navy Eagle Award, which is sponsored by the Navy of the United States. Seaman Ruiz Acosta is presented with a commemorative plaque and a letter of commendation from the commanding officer. Well done, sailor. Seaman Shanice Thompson, Division two, zero eight from Orlando, Florida, is the winner of the United Service Organization Award for best exemplifying the spirit and intent of the word shipping. Seaman Thompson is given a commemorative plaque from the United Service Organization. Well done, sailor. Seaman Lauren McKen, Division two, zero seven from Portland, Oregon, is the recipient of the Military Order of the World Wars Award of Merit. This award is presented for meritorious performance during her group training. Seaman McKen is presented with a commemorative plaque from the Military Order of the World Wars. Well done, sailor. The Military Officers Association Leadership Award is presented as Seaman Nova Thompson, Division nine, two, six, from Greedy, Colorado, for demonstrating exceptional tenacity and professionalism. Seaman Thompson is awarded a letter of commendation from our commanding officer. Well done, sailor. Division two, zero eight from Valbro, California is the recipient of the Navy Club of the United States of America Military Excellence Award for best exemplifying the qualities of enthusiasm, devotion to duty, military merit, and teamwork. This award places him at the pinnacle of today's good sailors. He is awarded a flag letter of commendation. Well done, sailor. It is appropriate to recognize such outstanding individual accomplishments by these sailors with a rapid three cheers. The adjutant will lead all graduating divisions in three cheers for this morning's award winners. Introducing our Navy Officer, Vice Admiral Kenneth Weitz is the Commander of Naval Air Forces, Commander of Naval Air Forces of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, a native of Stewart Strat, Virginia, commissioned in 1985. Your Vice Admiral, Weitz is a bluster superior in commanding Strike Fighter Squadron 41, Carrier Airway 1, and Carrier Striker 2. He also serves as deputy commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, Chief of Staff of Rec and Maritime Operations, Center at the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command. Ladies and gentlemen, please join me in a warm welcome to Vice Admiral Kenneth Weitz. Thanks, Kirk, it was nice to come back and have a friend introduce me. First of all, let's give a round of applause to the RTC Bay as well as the choir and the drill team. That was pretty impressive. So good morning distinguished guests, family members, and most importantly the sailors with the vision 205, 208, 209, 210, and 926. Let me first acknowledge the most important fact in today's ceremony that you came here as volunteers and have chosen this opportunity to serve our nation. Precious to you, our qualified, or even considered military service in this day and age, and while opportunity may have a way between colleges and the civilian world, you have traded this step an important part of your adult life, and it will be a choice you are grateful for in the years to come. Today marks the culmination of basic training which has tested your fortitude, your resilience and ability to work as a team under stress, and as you don the Navy ball cap for the first time, you'll become part of an organization forever. But the road and legacy from this place will charge you more than boot cannon. You'll join the most lethal Navy that has ever sailed the oceans with the solid duty to support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America. It's a demanding duty, one that expects you to continuously commit to excellence. Much of what you've learned outside these gates as you learn, your rate driven to ensure your shipmates can depend upon you in time of need. The Royal Navy's rear apple, Popwood, captured the truism best when in 1896 he rode. On the strength of one Lincoln cable, depended the might of the chain. Who knows when Thou made me tested? To live without barriers to strain, your parents could not be more proud. Whatever road led you here, they perhaps had some doubt about the choice you were making as you picked up the torch to defend the free world. They hear the distant drums, far from our shore, where adversaries are preparing for conflict, building days, and encroaching on liberties of their neighbors. Broadcasting propaganda to deter our commitment to the international rules based on it. It is a commitment you are ready for, one chosen to sacrifice for. There are many watching this ceremony from the stands, parents, families, recruiters, and maybe some friends back home in attendance virtually. They will notice that you hold yourself a little different today. Your head a little higher, walking a little tall. That's because you had the courage to walk a road less traveled and earn a place of honor. The transformation now complete, you will soon begin the adventure of mastering nuclear energy, sailing ships to submarines, monitoring communications of our adversaries, flying in our aircraft, or as Bud's candidates in the cold waters of Coronado. You will deploy time and again to deliver the forward present. Our present depends upon to ensure freedoms of disease, reassure allies and partners and hold the enemy at risk in their backyard, not ours. Many will sleep easy at night because you have the watch and parents, you can sleep easy knowing the chiefs and officers entrusted to their care will have their back along the way. Having raised these young men and women with integrity and grit, you have lent them to our nation as part of our Navy family. Their growth, success, and well-being will ensure our Navy success. Sailors, I know you'll like to forget what I said today, or even who I was that's okay and expected, but you'll never forget the moment. You'll embrace these of your loved ones at the ceremony, you'll take a quick photo. It will remain on your phone for years to come and line up your ragged knight thousands of miles from home. You'll like to swipe back months or years to find this moment in the camera room. You'll pause, but not too long before turning out the light, getting some sleep before you prepare for the next watch. Life at sea is hard, but you'll not be alone. Never forget that your family is proud of you. Let those photos remind you of that fact. Hard days will come, but you'll learn to lean on one another and forge friendships that will turn shipmates into family and your new family. I am thankful for the privilege to be here today. Be men and women of integrity. Demonstrate courage. The course of world history depends upon it. Again, congratulations. Today you can sail with pride. I am a United States Navy sailor. Thank you. Please remain seated until your graduates have been placed on liberty. Second leaders, fall out, liberty calls.