14 CAPE MAY, N.J. – Seaman Taylor Bell from Hoover, Alabama, earned the title of Honor Graduate after graduating from the U.S. Coast Guard’s 8-week basic training at Training Center Cape May, June 11, 2021. Bell was presented a plaque on behalf of the Navy League that is presented to the recruit who has the highest final overall standing. Bell is authorized to wear the Coast Guard Honor Graduate Ribbon. Capt. Kathy Felger, the commanding officer of Training Center Cape May, presided over the ceremony and advancement of the 76 graduates of Recruit Company Papa-200. Training at boot camp is difficult, and approximately 20% of recruits do not graduate with their original company.