Naval Ceremonies and Training

Images of naval personnel in formal attire during various ceremonies and training events, showcasing military discipline and camaraderie.

Naturalization Ceremony, views aboard USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) guided missile cruiser, Seafair Celebration Parade of Ships, Fleet Week, Elliott Bay, Seattle, Washington State, USA

NEWPORT, RI. (Sept. 30, 2022) Officer Development School (ODS) class 22080 students at Officer Training Command Newport (OTCN), stand at attention during their graduation ceremony, Sept. 30, 2022. ODS provides staff corps officers and several restricted line designators with training necessary to prepare them to function in their role as newly commissioned Naval officers.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. David Gonzalez, left, the outgoing sergeant major, Sgt. Maj. Robert Catching, the incoming sergeant major and Lt. Col. Stephen Borrett, the commanding officer, all with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, stand at attention for a Pass In Review during a relief and appointment ceremony on MCAS Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 15, 2023. After two years of serving his role as sergeant major for H&HS, MCAS Camp Pendleton, Gonzalez relinquished his duties to Robert Catching.

Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) render a hand salute during a wreath laying ceremony in honor of former President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, September 1, 2022. Twelve Ford Sailors traveled to Michigan for the ships annual namesake visit to learn about the legacy of President Gerald R. Ford and connect with local community members in Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor and Albion, Michigan.

Capt. Lawrence Gaillard (right), Rear Adm. Brendan C. McPherson (center), and Capt. Tina Peña (left) during Air Station Borinquen's Change of Command in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico June 17, 2022. During the ceremony, Capt. Gaillard relieved Capt. Peña as the new commanding officer of Air Station Borinquen.

Sailors aboard the hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) man the rails as Mercy pulls in to Naval Air Station North Island, California, following Pacific Partnership 2024-1 Feb. 12, 2024. Pacific Partnership, now in its 19th iteration, is the largest multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific and works to enhance regional interoperability and disaster response capabilities, increase security stability in the region, and foster new and enduring friendships. Navy

Naturalization Ceremony, views aboard USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) guided missile cruiser, Seafair Celebration Parade of Ships, Fleet Week, Elliott Bay, Seattle, Washington State, USA

U.S. Coast Guard Cmdr. Ron Millspaugh from Sunbury, Ohio, retired from active duty after 32 years of service during a ceremony held at Training Center Cape May, N.J., on June 23, 2022. Capt. Kathy Felger, commanding officer of Training Center Cape May, presided over the ceremony. Millspaugh was assigned as the Mission Support Division Department Head, overseeing all support and logistics functions at Training Center Cape May, including housing, personnel and physical security, procurement, contracting, comptroller, accounting, and administration and human resources.U.S. Coast Guard photo by Chief Warrant Officer 2 Timothy Tamargo

NEWPORT, RI (Sept. 30, 2022) Chief of Chaplains of the Navy Rear Adm. Gregory Todd, gives a speech during the Officer Development School (ODS) class 22080 graduation ceremony at Officer Training Command Newport (OTCN), Rhode Island, Sept. 30, 2022. ODS provides staff corps officers and several restricted line designators with training necessary to prepare them to function in their role as newly commissioned Naval officers.

The Joint Honor Guard prepares for the honor cordon as Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosts Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Richard Marles at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., July 13, 2022. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)

Master Chief Hospital Corpsman Phillip Jean-Gilles, from Miami, USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) executive assistant to the command master chief, places a rose during a wreath laying ceremony in honor of former President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, September 1, 2022. Twelve Ford Sailors traveled to Michigan for the ships annual namesake visit to learn about the legacy of President Gerald R. Ford and connect with local community members in Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor and Albion, Michigan.

Master Chief Hospital Corpsman Phillip Jean-Gilles, from Miami, USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) executive assistant to the command master chief, places a rose during a wreath laying ceremony in honor of former President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, September 1, 2022. Twelve Ford Sailors traveled to Michigan for the ships annual namesake visit to learn about the legacy of President Gerald R. Ford and connect with local community members in Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor and Albion, Michigan.

NEWPORT, R.I. (Aug. 26, 2022) Capt. Everett Alcorn, commanding officer, Officer Training Command Newport (OTCN), Rhode Island, passes through sideboys during the Officer Development School (ODS) class 22070 graduation ceremony, Aug. 26. ODS provides staff corps officers and several restricted line designators with training necessary to prepare them to function in their role as newly commissioned Naval officers.

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220909-N-OX321-1118 NAVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA, Italy (Sept. 9, 2022) Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Dominick Carnevale, from Williamsport, Penn., salutes the U.S. flag held by Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Al-Vaughn Moe, from Brooklyn, New York, as part of the Passing of the Flag ceremony for the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony held on Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sept. 9, 2022. The ceremony marks the 21st anniversary of the terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives that day and the heroic efforts of emergency personnel. NAS Sigonellas strategic location enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to deploy and respond as required to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa and Central Command.

SAN DIEGO (May 16, 2022) - Newly frocked Senior Chiefs of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 3 stand in ranks during a frocking ceremony on Naval Air Station North Island (NASNI). HSC-3 is the West Coast MH-60S fleet replacement squadron, responsible for training pilots and aircrewmen by providing the most capable warfighters to the fleet.

U.S. Marines with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Feb. 9, 2024. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. Marine Corps

220805-N-EJ843-1038 HELSINKI, Finland (Aug. 5, 2022) Sailors raise the ensign aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) Aug. 5, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

220603-N-XZ205-2141SAN DIEGO (June 3, 2022) Rear Adm. Timothy Weber, former Commander, Naval Medical Forces Pacific (NMFP) (ret.) (center left), salutes Capt. Catherine Bayne, the San Diego Markets former deputy director (center right), during a retirement ceremony at Admiral Kidd Catering and Conference Center, Naval Base Point Loma, Harbor Drive Annex June 3. The retirement ceremony was held for Bayne who served the Navy for 32 years. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) San Diego's mission is to prepare service members to deploy in support of operational forces, deliver high quality healthcare services and shape the future of military medicine through education, training and research. NMRTC San Diego employs more than 6,000 active duty military personnel, civilians and contractors in Southern California to provide patients with world-class care anytime, anywhere.

Portsmouth, Va. (Apr. 1, 2022) Commander, Naval Medical Forces Atlantic, Rear Adm. Darin Via, and Commanding Officer, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Capt. Shelley Perkins, attended the raising of the national ensign during morning colors on April 1, 2022. Leadership joined 24 Navy chiefs to celebrate the 129th birthday of the Chiefs Mess. Naval Medical Forces Atlantic, headquartered in Portsmouth, Virginia, provides well-trained medical experts, operating as high performance teams, to project medical power in support of naval superiority.

220502-N-IL330-1044 SAN DIEGO (May 2, 2022) - Master Chief Culinary Specialist Ramon Lang, from San Diego, mans the rails aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 2, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

U.S. Coast Guard Fiesta 2022 Ambassadors attend the ceremony for the Investiture of King Antonio at the Alamo Plaza in downtown San Antonio, Texas, April 2, 2022. King Antonio is a Fiesta dignitary selected from the ranks of the Texas Cavaliers, an organization of 600 businesses, civic and community leaders, who volunteer their time and talents in support of San Antonio area charities.

GUAM (May 12, 2022) -- From left, Capt. Steven Wasson; Capt. John Bub; Rear Adm. Benjamin Nicholson, commander Joint Region Marianas and Lt. Joseph Buck, chaplain, participate in the Maritime Prepositioning Ships Squadron 3 change-of-command ceremony aboard USNS 2nd Lt. John P. Bobo (T-AK 3008) while in port Guam, May 12. Maritime Prepositioning Ships Squadron 3 strategically places material and equipment throughout the Indo-Pacific Region for all U.S. Armed Services. This capability ensures critical supplies are delivered where and when needed and enables U.S. forces to rapidly respond to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts.

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U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman Master Chief Victor Alonzo, command master chief, Bravo Surgical Company, 3d Medical Battalion, inspects a Sailor during a service dress blue uniform inspection, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Dec. 1, 2022. Bravo Surgical Company conducts unit uniform inspections bi-annually in order to ensure the Sailors uniforms are adequately maintained and ready for use.

220916-N-ND021-1001 NORFOLK, VA. (September 16, 2022) Sailors assigned to the USS Monterey (CG 61) parade the colors during the ship's decommissioning ceremony. Monterey was commissioned on June 16, 1990, and was a U.S. Navy warship for 32 years.

NEWPORT, R.I. (Aug. 26, 2022) Officer Development School (ODS) class 22070 students at Officer Training Command Newport (OTCN), Rhode Island, sit at attention during their graduation ceremony, Aug. 26. ODS provides staff corps officers and several restricted line designators with training necessary to prepare them to function in their role as newly commissioned Naval officers.

Capt. Michael Oestereicher (ret) presented the NAVFAC Southwest command flag to Capt. Laurie Scott, July 29 in San Diego, during the NAVFAC Southwest Change of Command Ceremony.

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Sept. 8, 2022) Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith passes through sideboys during the MCPON Change of Office ceremony held at Mahan Hall, United States Naval Academy, Sept. 8, 2022. Honea relieved MCPON Russell Smith to become the 16th MCPON.

GREAT LAKES, Il. (May 10, 2022) Naval Station Great Lakes Security Department conducts a dress white unifrom inspection. Opened in 1911, NSGL is the Navys largest training installation and the home of the Navys only Boot Camp. Located on over 1600 acres overlooking Lake Michigan, the installation includes 1,153 buildings with 39 on the National Register of Historic Places. NSGL supports over 50 tenant commands and elements as well as over 20,000 Sailors, Marines, Soldiers, and DoD civilians who live and work on the installation.

220628-N-TR286-0070 TARANTO, ITALY (June 28, 2022) Cmdr. Lawrence Heyworth IV relieves Cmdr. Greg Page as commanding officer at the change of command ceremony aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98). USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

Sailors parade the colors during the USS Pennsylvania (SSBN 735) change of command ceremony in Port Gamble, Washington, June 3, 2022. USS Pennsylvania is a nuclear powered, United States Navy Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine that has been in commission since 1989. It is the fourth ship of the United States Navy to be named for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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220903-F-LN908-0248WALVIS BAY, Namibia (Sep. 3, 2022) Capt. Chad Graham, foreground, commanding officer of the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4), gives a tour of the ship to Namibian Defense Force members, Namibian government officials and U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM) leaders, Sep. 3, 2022. Hershel "Woody" Williams is rotationally deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Jason R. Cain, the sergeant major of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, explains his ribbons to a student from De Portola Middle School during the MCAS Miramar Single Marine Programs physical education fitness challenge at the school in San Diego, California, April 8, 2022. The Marines volunteered in the SMP event to promote physical fitness and maintain positive relations with the local San Diego community.

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 12, 2022) Sailors participate in a burial at sea aboard amphibious assault ship USS Essex May 12, 2022. Essex is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

NEWPORT, RI. (Sept. 30, 2022) Officer Development School (ODS) class 22080 students at Officer Training Command Newport (OTCN), Rhode Island, salutes while the national anthem plays during their graduation ceremony, Sept. 30, 2022. ODS provides staff corps officers and several restricted line designators with training necessary to prepare them to function in their role as newly commissioned Naval officers.

Marines with the Silent Drill Platoon execute their rifle inspection sequence during a performance for an all female Honor Flight Network at the Lincoln Memorial, in Washington, D.C., May 31, 2022. The Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization committed to letting American veterans travel to Washington D.C. to visit memorials, honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

EVERETT, Wash. (Sept. 14, 2012) Chief Fire Controlman Erik M. Kuntzleman, assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Rodney M. Davis (FFG 60), stands at attention while being capped by Chief Electrician's Mate Walter Plettner during the 2012 chief petty officer pinning ceremony in the Grand Vista Ballroom on Naval Station Everett. Twenty-four chief petty officers received their collar devices after completing the chief petty officer indoctrination.

APRA HARBOR, GUAM (May 20, 2022) -- From left, Lt. Cmdr. Ryan Crose of U.S. Coast Guard Sector Guam; Cmdr. Gillian Medina, commanding officer, Military Sealift Command Maintenance Hub Guam; and Lt. Daniel Swartz, Naval Base Guam chaplain, participate in an at-sea wreath-laying ceremony May 20 aboard U.S Coast Guard Cutter Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143). The event was part of the observance of National Maritime Day 2022, officially commemorated on May 22 each year to pay tribute to legions of mariners.

Fire Controlman 2nd Class Tyler Westbrook, from Port Huron, Michigan, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) combat systems department, presents a flower arrangement to Master Hospital Corpsman Phillip Jean-Gilles, from Miami, executive assistant to Ford's command master chief, and Aviation Electrician 1st Class Frank Weyer, from Jonesville, Michigan, assigned to Ford's aircraft intermediate maintenance department, during a wreath laying ceremony in honor of former President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, September 1, 2022. Twelve Ford Sailors traveled to Michigan for the ships annual namesake visit to learn about the legacy of President Gerald R. Ford and connect with local community members in Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor and Albion, Michigan.

NEWPORT, R.I. (Dec. 8, 2022) Rear Adm. Jennifer Couture, commander, Naval Service Training Command, passes through sideboys exiting the Department Head Class 269 graduation ceremony at Surface Warfare Schools Command (SWSC) on Naval Station Newport, Dec. 8, 2022. The SWSC Department Head Course is the cornerstone of a surface warfare officer's (SWO) tactical education in their naval career. Upon the conclusion of the graduation ceremony, Department Head Class 269 will take the knowledge back to the fleet, where they will teach the next generation of SWOs. These career naval professionals are part of a long tradition of 60 years of excellence at SWSC, previously known as Surface Warfare Officers School Command.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (May 1, 2022) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyersUSS Lassen (DDG 82) and USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) participate in an All Hands On Deck Welcoming Party and Concert during the Fleet Week Port Everglades festivities, May. 1, 2022. Fleet Weeks are designed to show Americans the investment they have made in their Navy and increase the awareness of the Navys role and purpose in our national defense.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 19, 2024) Lt. j.g. Sydney Squires, assigned to the Rooks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137, left, carries the cremated remains of retired Rear Adm. Donald Bullard, while Rear Adm. Christopher Alexander, commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) Nine, walks beside her during a burial at sea ceremony aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), Feb. 19, 2024. Theodore Roosevelt, flagship of CSG-9, is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. An integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 7th Fleet operates naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and provides the realistic, relevant training necessary to execute the U.S. Navys role across the full spectrum of military operations - from combat operations to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. U.S. 7th Fleet works together with our allies and partners to advance freedom of navigation, the rule of law, and other principles that underpin security for th

U.S. Coast Guard service members render the salute for the playing of the national anthem, during a change of command ceremony on Coast Guard Training Center Petaluma, California on June 24, 2022. The change-of-command ceremony is a time-honored tradition aboard ships and shore commands.

NAPLES, ITALY -- Rear Adm. Brad Collins receives honors during his change of command for Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central (EURAFCENT), onboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, May 26, 2022. Navy Region EURAFCENT oversees nine installations in seven countries, enabling U.S., allied and partner nation forces to be where they are needed, when they are needed, in order to ensure security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

BREMERTON, Wash. (April 1, 2022) - U.S. Navy Chief Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Joenique King, center right, renders honors during a reciting of Old Glory during a retirement ceremony aboard the museum ship USS Turner Joy (DD 951) April 1, 2022. King is assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) which is undergoing a docking planned incremental availability at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility where the ship is receiving scheduled maintenance and upgrades.

Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Ashley Thornton adjusts a Recruit's cover during U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command's Pass in Review in Great Lakes, Illinois, Jan. 25, 2024. More than 40,000 recruits train annually at the Navy's only boot camp

NEWPORT, R.I. (April 29, 2012) Senior Chief Sonar Technician (Surface) Benjamin Pierson, command senior chief at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, R.I., conducts a dress-white uniform inspection.

U.S. Navy Capt. Vencent Logan, Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit Keesler commanding officer, arrives at the CNATTU Keesler change of command ceremony in the Bay Breeze Event Center on Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Nov. 17, 2022. The ceremony welcomed Cmdr. Jeff Portell, CNATTU Keesler incoming commander, and said farewell to Cmdr. David Marino, CNATTU Keesler outgoing commander.

Crew members disembark from the frigate USS LOCKWOOD (FF-1064) during the vessel's decommissioning ceremony. Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A U.S. Marine Corps rifle detail with 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force stand at attention during the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) Day Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, Hawaii, April 25, 2022. ANZAC Day commemorates the sacrifices made by all Australians and New Zealanders who have served and died in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping missions around the world. This date marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australia and New Zealand during World War I and is the 50th year U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific has provided military support to ANZAC Day in Honolulu.

221022-N-FQ994-1335 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 22, 2022) Chief Yeoman Kayla Maier renders a salute during the chief petty officer pinning ceremony aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush welcomed 69 newly pinned Sailors to the rank of chief petty officer during the ceremony, Oct. 22, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

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The Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz color guard stands in line prior to the National Anthem, at the Asan Landing Memorial Ceremony in Asan, Guam, July 14, 2022. The month of July in Guam marks the 78th anniversary since Guam was liberated from Japanese Imperial Forces in 1944.

San Diego (June 08, 2022) Friends and family stand for the national anthem during the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Alexandria (SSN 757) change of command ceremony where Cmdr. Christopher Carter is relieved by Cmdr. Christoper Rose as commanding officer at Naval Base Point Loma. Commissioned June 29, 1991, the submarine is more than 360 feet long and displaces more than 6,900 tons. Alexandria is capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, strike warfare, and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.

Medica hosted a Memorial Day flag raising and dedication event, May 26, 2022. The ceremony commemorated the first time a U.S. flag was raised at Medica. It also gave service members of the 1st Combined Arms Battalion, 194th Armor Regiment an opportunity to thank Medica for their support while deployed. (Minnesota National Guard photo by Sgt. Mahsima Alkamooneh)

Portsmouth, Va. (Apr. 1, 2022) Commander, Naval Medical Forces Atlantic, Rear Adm. Darin Via, and Commanding Officer, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Capt. Shelley Perkins, attended the raising of the national ensign during morning colors on April 1, 2022. Leadership joined 24 Navy chiefs to celebrate the 129th birthday of the Chiefs Mess. Naval Medical Forces Atlantic, headquartered in Portsmouth, Virginia, provides well-trained medical experts, operating as high performance teams, to project medical power in support of naval superiority.

221129-N-TT639-1116 SAN DIEGO (Nov. 29, 2022) - Lt. Davis Anderson, from Omaha, Nebraska, mans the rails aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Nov. 29, 2022. Tripoli returned to Naval Base San Diego following the ship's maiden deployment where they operated in the U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleets in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

U.S. Navy Sailors participate in a chief petty officer pinning ceremony, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Oct. 21, 2022. The rank of chief petty officer was created April 1, 1893, and the chief petty officer pinning ceremony is a unique tradition to the U.S. Navy that signifies promotion to a crucial position of leadership and responsibility.

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Cody Hardenburgh, right, the outgoing commanding officer of Recruiting Station Seattle, 12th Marine Corps District, is awarded the Marine Corps Meritorious Service Medal by Col. James B. Conway, commanding officer of 12th Marine Corps District, left, during a change of command ceremony in Seattle, Washington, May 27, 2022. A change of command ceremony is a formal military tradition that allows subordinates to witness a unit's leadership change from one officer to another.

220715-N-VP266-1319 WASHINGTON (July 15, 2022) -- Cmdr. Dave Tickle, commanding officer of the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard, congratulates Sailors who were promoted to Petty Officer 3rd Class, during a change of command ceremony at Washington Navy Yards Leutze Park, July 15, 2022. During the ceremony, Cmdr. Alex McMahon relieved Tickle, becoming the commanding officer of the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard.

040722-N-2383B-128. Complete Scene Caption: The US Navy's (USN) Sailors of the Year pose for a photo between USN Admiral (ADM) Vern Clark (left), CHIEF of Naval Operations (CNO) and USN MASTER CHIEF PETTY Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Terry Scott (right) at the conclusion of a Pentagon courtyard announcement ceremony. The recipients were just meritoriously promoted to CHIEF PETTY Officer (CPO) after an arduous competition against hundreds of other contenders. The Sailors (left to right): USN CHIEF Aviation Ordnanceman (AOC) Charles Bryant, Atlantic Fleet Sea Sailor of the Year; USN CHIEF Intelligence SPECIALIST (ISC) David Goode, Pacific Fleet Sea Sailor of the Year; USN CHIEF Hospital Corpsman (HMC) Larry Tentinger, Naval Reserve Force Sailor of the Year; USN CHIEF Dental Technician (DTC) Michele Villagran, CNO Shore Sailor of the Year. Base: Arlington State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

CHESAPEAKE BAY (Aug. 29, 2013) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) begin manning the rails. Theodore Roosevelt returns home to its homeport of Naval Station Norfolk for the first time in four years after successfully completing sea trials.

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SAN DIEGO (May 23, 2022) Lt. Cmdr. Bruce Mansfield leads Musicians of Navy Band Southwest during the change of command ceremony on board Naval Air Station North Island. During the ceremony, Rear Adm. Bradley N. Rosen relieved Rear Adm. Stephen D. Barnett as commander, Navy Region Southwest.

INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (July 22, 2022) Chief Warrant Officer 5 Mark Spahn receives the Meritorious Service Medal as an end-of-tour award during his retirement ceremony at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum, July 22, 2022. Spahn, who is a Kansas City-area native, retired after 32 years of active duty Navy service.

Rear Adm. Jeffery Czerewko, left, relives Rear Adm. Richard Brophy as the commander of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 4 during a change of command ceremony held at the commands headquarters building on Naval Station Norfolk July 8, 2022. CSG 4 mentors, trains and assesses East Coast units preparing to deploy.

A Soviet and an American sailor shake hands aboard the American's ship. The Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) and the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG-59) are making the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by American warships since World War II. Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN)

Command leadership conducts a dress whites uniform inspection, Apr. 07. Navy Medicine Operational Training Command (NMOTC)is comprised of six nationwide detachments that offer specialized medical training in the fields ofaviation, aviation survival, surface and undersea warfare, expeditionary and special operationsmedicine.

U.S. Navy Cmdr. Autumn Riddell, commanding officer, Bravo Surgical Company, 3d Medical Battalion, inspects a Sailor during a service dress blue uniform inspection, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Dec. 1, 2022. Bravo Surgical Company conducts unit uniform inspections bi-annually in order to ensure the Sailors uniforms are adequately maintained and ready for use.

NEWPORT, R.I. (Aug. 26, 2022) Officer Development School (ODS) class 22070 students at Officer Training Command Newport (OTCN), Rhode Island, lower their heads for the invocation during their graduation ceremony, Aug. 26. ODS provides staff corps officers and several restricted line designators with training necessary to prepare them to function in their role as newly commissioned Naval officers.

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. (May 27, 2022) The U.S. Naval Academys Class of 2022 graduated 1,100 midshipmen in a ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium where President Joseph R. Biden Jr. delivered remarks as the guest speaker. As the undergraduate college of our country's naval service, the Naval Academy prepares young men and women to become professional officers of competence, character, and compassion in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

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ETC(SW/AW/IW) Nicole Eisenmenger, assigned to Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Atlantic (NCTAMS LANT), listens as remarks are made during her re-enlistment ceremony aboard the decommissioned Iowa-Class Battleship USS Wisconsin (BB-64). She re-enlisted in a unique dual re-enlistment along with her husband, PSC(SW/AW/EXW) Ahren Eisenmenger, who is assigned to Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic (COMNAVAIRLANT). The unique ceremony was hosted by the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, one of ten U.S. Navy museums within the Naval History and Heritage Command.

220917-N-PL946-1036 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 17, 2022) Members of the burial detail stand at attention during a burial at sea aboard the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78). During the ceremony, the cremated remains of 30 souls were committed to the sea in the Atlantic Ocean. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications and workups for a scheduled deployment this fall.

PEARL HARBOR (May 25, 2013) A Sailor aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) mans the rails as the ship leaves for Samoa, the first mission port of Pacific Partnership 2013. Pacific Partnership is the largest disaster response-preparation mission in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. The mission contributes to stability and security by opening dialogue between leaders, fostering friendships, and building mutual trust and respect, while ensuring that the international community is better prepared to work together as a coordinated team when a regional disaster strikes.

Sailors stationed at Naval Air Station (NAS) Joint Reserve Base (JRB) Fort Worth prepare to retire a flag in honor of lives lost during the 9/11 terrorist attacks, during the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony held Sept. 9 at the Headquarters Building, on the installation. (US Navy photos by Candateshia Pafford/Released)

U.S. Navy Musician 2nd Class Brent Mitchell, sings the National Anthem during the Chuuk closing ceremony aboard the hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19), anchored off Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia, as part of Pacific Partnership 2024-1, Jan. 20, 2024. Pacific Partnership, now in its 19th iteration, is the largest multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific and works to enhance regional interoperability and disaster response capabilities, increase security stability in the region, and foster new and enduring friendships.

DN-ST-86-05947. Base: USS Saratoga (CV 60) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DEVESELU, Romania (May 1, 2018) Sailors at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Deveselu, Romania, stand in formation for a dress white uniform inspection May 1, 2018. NSF Deveselu and AAMDS Romania are co-located with the Romanian 99th Military Base and play a key role in ballistic missile defense in Eastern Europe.

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Mcbrandon Martin, a canvassing recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Guam, Recruiting Station San Diego, and Maj. Shannon Gross, commanding officer of RS San Diego, speak to Pfc. Jesus Angel Ramirez Venegas at the conclusion of his Prior Service Enlistment Program reenlistment ceremony on Camp Foster in Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 27. PSEP affords former active duty and reserve Marines the opportunity to resume active service and meet published manpower requirements. Marine Corps

Sailors assigned to U.S. Navy Region Hawaii participate in an internment ceremony for U.S. Navy Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Everett Raymond Stewart, of California, at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, Hawaii, June 16, 2022. Stewart was assigned to the USS Oklahoma, which sustained fire from Japanese aircraft and multiple torpedo hits causing the ship to capsize and resulted in the deaths of more than 400 crew members on Dec. 7, 1941, at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. Stewart was recently identified through DNA analysis by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) forensic laboratory and laid to rest with full military honors.

111029-N-NY820-054NORFOLK (Oct. 29, 2011) Submariners attend the commissioning ceremony for the Virginia-class attack submarine USS California (SSN 781) at Naval Station Norfolk. California is the eighth Virginia-class submarine and will be homeported in Groton, Conn.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 20, 2013) Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) 3rd Class Cameron Johnson and Electronics Technician 3rd Class Keean Nash stand at attention after receiving Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals for their work aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53). Mobile Bay is deployed with the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

220622-MY642-1015 PORTSMOUTH, Va. (June 22, 2022) Rear Adm. Bruce L. Gillingham, surgeon general, bureau of medicine and surgery, walks through sideboys during a change of command ceremony for Naval Medical Forces Atlantic, held at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth on Jun. 22. Rear Adm. Darin K. Via was relieved by Rear Adm. Matthew Case after serving two years as the director of both the Tidewater Market (Defense Health Agency) and Naval Medical Forces Atlantic.

LCDR Louis Meier, left, executive officer of the guided missile destroyer USS LYNDE MCCORMICK (DDG-8), holds his ship's colors and commissioning pennant following the ship's decommissioning. Three guided missile destroyers, the LYNDE MCCORMICK, the USS BUCHANAN (DDG-14) and the USS ROBISON (DDG-12), are being decommissioned in a combined ceremony. Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sgt. Maj. Eric Stockton, the battalion sergeant major at Marine Barracks Washington, salutes as the United States Marine Drum and Bugle Corps plays the national anthem during a ceremony marking the 93rd anniversary of the Battle for Belleau Wood in Belleau, France, May 30.

220401-N-KY668-1057 NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (April 1, 2022) - Master Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate A.J. Alexander renders honors during morning colors in celebration of the 129th Chief Petty Officers birthday, April 1, 2022. Chief Petty Officers make up the highest enlisted ranks in the U.S. Navy, acting as a bridge between officers and junior enlisted Sailors.

060915-N-9851B-001. Base: USS Hopper (DDG 70)

U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Cape May held an all-hands briefing on base in the William R. Flores Gymnasium, Nov. 17, 2022. During the gathering Capt. Warren Judge, the commanding officer, spoke on his core values and expectations and recognized personnel for their dedicated efforts. In addition, division officers provided updates on programs being implemented base-wide. Training Center Cape May serves the American public by leveraging the talent and passion of our staff to produce high-quality, mission-ready recruits that enable mission success for our service.U.S. Coast Guard photo by Chief Warrant Officer 2 Timothy Tamargo

NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, Md. (June 02, 2016) - - Newly promoted petty officers standby to receive their advancement letters during a frocking ceremony in the hangar of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 1.

Wilmington, Calif. (May 27, 2022) - Sailors and Marines arrive at the Banning Museum located in Wilmington, Calif. for a Welcome Celebration during Los Angeles Fleet Week. LAFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas.

Lt. j.g. Alexis Sandoval gives a silver dollar to Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Hannah Hinton during his commissioning ceremony at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial in Washington, June 25, 2022. Sandoval was enlisted for 13 years before commissioning.

120814-N-BT887-428 LOS ANGELES (Aug. 14, 2012) Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Jason Phaff, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108), salutes the USS Iowa (BB 61) while manning the rails during Navy Days L.A. 2012. Navy Days L.A. is designed to educate the public through tours, distinguished visitor embarks and media coverage of the festivities.

U.S. Marines with Chemical Biological Incident Response Force observe a helicopter rescue demonstration from the Baltimore County Police Department during Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore, Sept. 9, 2022. Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore is an annual public event that provides the opportunity for the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard to engage with each other and civilians. More than 2,300 service members participated in Maryland Fleet Week 2022 engaging and assisting with ship tours, live bands and community service events.

111207-N-KQ416-044EVERETT, Wash. (Dec. 7, 2011) Sailors stand at attention while manning the rails on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) as the ship pulls out of Naval Station Everett, Wash. Abraham Lincoln is embarking on a change of homeport deployment.

U.S. Marine Corps 1stLt. Daniel Asper, the executive officer of Motor Transportation Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 6, 2nd Marine Logistics Group reads Gen. Lejeunes birthday message on Camp Lejeune, Nov. 10, 2022. Motor Transport company held a cake cutting ceremony to honor the 247th Marine Corps Birthday, reflecting on the traditions, history and the legacy of the Marine Corps.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Sept. 22, 2022) Boatswains Mate First Class Patrick O Brien rings a bell to recognize the fallen during a Bells Across America ceremony in honor of fallen service members at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY). For 75 years, CFAY has provided, maintained, and operated base facilities and services in support of the U.S. 7th fleet's forward deployed naval forces, tenant commands, and thousands of military and civilian personnel and their families.

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