A retired U.S. Navy veteran rings the cutter’s bell on the fantail of the Battleship Iowa in San Pedro, California, October 24, 2024. The ceremony is a maritime tradition honoring cutterman and sailors from all the sea services, by ringing the cutter’s bell eight times to honor the watchstanders who served on duty and recognize and a member as a new cutterman. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Richard B. Uranga)