 Welcome to all hands update, here's what's happening around your Navy today. Defense Secretary Ash Carter announced the Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal for service members who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan in support of the operation. The award is retroactive to June 15, 2014 and recognizes service members battling terrorist groups in Iraq and Syria. Also USA hosted a kill authentication ceremony for the Navy's 8th Expeditionary Fast Transport Ship, the USNS Yuma. Expeditionary Fast Transport Ships are non-combatant vessels designed to operate in shallow draft ports and waterways, increasing operational flexibility. A sailor of 24-7, Chief Hospital Corpsman Jacqueline Plays surrendered aid and saved the lives of her neighbors. Despite taking charge during a devastating situation and saving two lives, Plays remains humble and insists she was just doing what Corpsman do. You can read more about what's happening around your Navy at Navy.mil.