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Master Chief Cryptologic Technician (Technical) Christian Lear, from Council Bluffs, Iowa, stands in rank during a pinning ceremony held at Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet headquarters, Naval Base Point Loma, Sept. 27, 2024. An integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet operates naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and provides the realistic, relevant training necessary to execute the U.S. Navy’s role across the full spectrum of military operations - from combat operations to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sarah C. Eaton)