Pacific Ocean (July 14, 2006) - Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Thomas Vafias of San Diego, mans the forward bridge lookout aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during a low visibility detail. Boxer is currently operating off the coast of Southern California in preparation for a Western Pacific deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Noel Danseco