State Ceremonial Events

Photos of significant state ceremonies with blurred dignitaries, emphasizing formal events and historical recognition in a governmental setting.

U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon, Robert Dillon, talks to COL James M. Meade, commander, 32nd Marine Amphibious Unit, left, upon his arrival at Beirut International Airport. U.S. M Marines have been assigned to Lebanon as part of a multinational peacekeeping force following a confrontation between Israeli forces and the Palestine Liberation Organization. Base: Beirut Country: Lebanon (LBN)

DN-SN-85-01972. Base: Newport News State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Arrival ceremonies for Harold Macmillan, Prime Minister of Great Britain, 4:50PM. President John F. Kennedy delivers welcoming remarks during arrival ceremonies in honor of Prime Minister of Great Britain, Harold Macmillan. Left to right: Ambassador of Great Britain, Sir David Ormsby-Gore; Prime Minister Macmillan; Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for European Affairs, William R. Tyler (in back, partially hidden); Secretary of State, Dean Rusk; Secretary of the PM's Cabinet, Sir Norman Brook (in back, partially hidden); President Kennedy (at microphones); and United States Ambassador to Great Britain, David K. E. Bruce. Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland.

DN-SN-86-04554. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. Mission Zaanlandse shipbuilding me; Latitude "Venti di Scirocco". January 30, 1971

Anefo photo collection. French ambassador Senard provides a distinction "Ordre National de Merite" to 3 agents involved in hostage in The Hague. October 16, 1974. The Hague, South Holland

Inspection tour of NASA installations: Cape Canaveral Florida, 2:31PM. President John F. Kennedy confers with Manager of Florida Operations for the Manned Spacecraft Center, G. Merritt Preston (right, back to camera), and astronaut Major L. Gordon Cooper (mostly hidden behind Mr. Preston), during a tour of Mercury spacecraft systems and equipment inside Hangar S at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Cape Canaveral, Florida. Also pictured: Naval Aide to the President, Captain Tazewell T. Shepard, Jr.; Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson; White House Secret Service agent, Gerald A. Jerry Behn. Mercury spacecraft capsule #19 sits at left in background. President Kennedy visited Cape Canaveral as part of a two-day inspection tour of National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) field installations.

Visit of members of the Country Team Seminar of the Foreign Service Institute at the State Department, 12:00PM. President John F. Kennedy, Colonel Lowell English (right of President Kennedy), and another military officer listen as an unidentified man addresses members of the Country Team Seminar of the Foreign Service Institute of the State Department. West Wing Colonnade, White House, Washington, D.C.

U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon, Robert Dillon, talks to COL James M. Meade, commander, 32nd Marine Amphibious Unit, left, upon his arrival at Beirut International Airport. U.S. M Marines have been assigned to Lebanon as part of a multinational peacekeeping force following a confrontation between Israeli forces and the Palestine Liberation Organization. Base: Beirut Country: Lebanon (LBN)

Anefo photo collection. Latest Dutch soldiers from Suriname back at Schiphol; Minister Peace greets soldier with spear. November 27, 1975

Captain Paul M. Robinson, supervisor of shipbuilding at Peterson Builders Inc., speaks during the launching ceremony for the Safeguard class salvage ship GRASP (ARS 51). Base: Sturgeon Bay State: Wisconsin (WI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DM-SN-88-07945. State: Okinawa Country: Japan (JPN)

Secretary of the Navy James H. Webb Jr., center and Brig. GEN. Richard A. Gustafson, duputy commander, U.S. Forces, Japan, left, meet with local officials to tour a cemetery during Webb's visit to Okinawa. State: Okinawa Country: Japan (JPN)

Jauldes Story. Photographs of Marshall Plan Programs, Exhibits, and Personnel

Anefo photo collection. Reception former fighters 7th Armored Division. 24 May 1974. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Anefo photo collection. Medisch team Red Cross to Nigeria. Number 16 left Zr. M. G. van der Wal, Zr. M. P. van der Meulengraaf, numbers 17.18 Dr. Tollenaere and. July 15, 1968. Nigeria

DD-SN-07-12489. Base: Pentagon State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Dep. Reg. Stackpool, Alfred Michael Laffy, John Robert Christie. March 02, 1948.

NATO Secretary General Manfred Wohner during a visit to Poland, meeting with President Wojciech Jaruzelski 1990

DN-SN-88-04483. Base: Naples Country: Italy (ITA)

Vice President George Bush shakes hands with a guest attending the commissioning ceremony for the guided missile frigate USS AUBREY FITCH (FFG-34), upon the conclusion of the day's events. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. Press conference in the Nieuwspoort of Minister Vreding about the purchase of the F-16. Minister Peace (left) and Lieutenant General H.K. Stokla. May 27, 1975. The Hague, South Holland

Admiral James D. Watkins, CHIEF of Naval Operations, speaks during the graduation ceremony at the Naval War College. Base: Newport State: Rhode Island (RI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. House of Representatives, General Reflections, (L) Berger (DS70) and (R) Wiegel. October 13, 1971

Anefo photo collection. Mr. Nguyen from An in Lower House. South Vietnamese agent. August 25, 1967. Vietnam

Anefo photo collection. Lower House Nato debate; Peace and van der chair during debate. October 28, 1975

Sack Lake City - America. September 20, 1951.

DN-SN-87-00206. Base: Boston State: Massachusetts (MA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. Iraqi agent plagued at Ministry of Foreign Affairs I.V.M. Execution Dutchman Aronson. March 16, 1976

Anefo photo collection. Military parade at Ede for Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard. May 5, 1960. Ede, Gelderland

The miners' strike in Sept. 1969 went down in history as a wildcat strike because the strikers spontaneously stopped work, left their jobs underground and demonstrated through Dortmund with self-painted signs. A director of the colliery and the labour director tried to stop the miners from shutting down the coking plant

Presentation of the certificate observer at Marineliegkamp de Kooy (MVKK). Souschef Operations at the Marinestrand and flag officer for the Marine Aviation Service (VOMLD) Commandeur J.W. Steeringman pinches the corresponding distinction sign.

Anefo photo collection. Merger CSM, Gist Brocades and Meneba, F. Martini. July 2, 1973

DN-SN-87-00408. Base: Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SN-85-09098. Base: USS Stump (DD 978) State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. Mission VFN. November 3, 1978

The funeral of Grand Admiral Karl Doenitz, a Hitler confidant who was convicted as a war criminal by the Nuremberg court martial, turned into a manifestation of Knight's Cross bearers, old and new Nazis. Aumuehle near Hamburg, 06.01.1981, Germany, Europe

Anefo photo collection. Red cross team leaves from Schiphol to Vietnam, v.L.n.R. Dr. B. Peijzel, Salvation MW. Van Der Berg and Army of the Heilsmajoork MW. Den Hartog /. August 30, 1973

DN-SN-85-01974. Base: Newport News State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. Hearing in the Lower House about new nuclear weapons to be placed, where General Rogers (Supreme Commander of NATO) and LLUs (Secretary General of NATO) are heard. General Rogers, left den Uyl, center luns. January 13, 1983. The Hague, South Holland

DN-SN-85-03843. Base: USS Stump (DD 978)

Presentation of the certificate observer at Marineliegkamp de Kooy (MVKK). Souschef Operations at the Marinestrand and flag officer for the Marine Aviation Service (VOMLD) Commandeur J.W. Steeringman pinches the corresponding distinction sign.

Sen. John W. Warner, R-Va., addresses guests and spectators at the christening ceremony for the Aegis guided missile cruiser YORKTOWN (CG-48). Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Mrs. Lewis B. Puller, ship's sponsor, presents a sword to the guided missile frigate USS LEWIS B. PULLER (FFG-23) during the commissioning ceremony for the ship. Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. Sailors after Chinese captivity in the Netherlands; Siemen Algra. August 15, 1969

DF-SN-89-01216. Base: K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Senator Mack Mattingly (R-Georgia) delivers the keynote address at the commissioning ceremony for the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS GEORGIA (SSBN 729). Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-07693. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. Departure of the Netherlands Detachement of the Sinai peacekeeping force VA Schiphol. Minister Van Mierlo (l.) Says goodbye. March 20, 1982. Noord-Holland, Schiphol

Trip to Europe: Germany, Hanau: President Kennedy has lunch with U.S. enlisted troops and their officers at Fliegerhorst Kaserne, 12:15PM. President John F. Kennedy (at microphone) delivers remarks during a lunch with military officers in the mess hall at Fliegerhorst Kaserne in Hanau, West Germany (Federal Republic). Also pictured: U.S. Army Sergeant Major Richard C. Whitfield; U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Ross McEuen; Military Aide to President Kennedy, General Chester V. Clifton; Commander of U.S. Army in Europe, General Paul L. Freeman, Jr.

Anefo photo collection. Fenerbache held tactical discussion trainer Molnar, left the players. November 11, 1968

American troops leave a ship, Official Coast Guard Photo, 1944 photograph American troops leave 'Navy Ship Landing Craft' on an island occupied by Japanese in the Pacific. Pacific photographic support gelatin silver print Pacific

DN-SN-88-09508. Base: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71)

Information office radio broadcaster Dutch Guinea. Greeting kites, brought Twin Pioniers Guinea. August 1957. Guinea

H.K.H. Prince Bernhard, Early Gastard, during the 40th anniversary of 322 Squadron. Here he handed the first copy of the anniversary book by the book's compiler, Captain kite F. Appeldorn.

Anefo photo collection. Command GPD, Gentlemen Grunwald and van der Veer. October 29, 1980

Anefo photo collection. Treatment of the Second Chamber Defenseota; Aantjes (ar) and De Brauw (DS70), thanks to the word (PvdA). September 26, 1974

Secretary of the Navy H. Lawrence Garrett III, center, talks with two unidentified men following the dedication of the Arleigh Burke Pavilion. The pavilion, named for a former chief of naval operations, was built by the Navy-Marine-Coast Guard Residence Foundation to provide housing for the elderly.. Base: Mclean State: Virginia(VA) Country: United States Of America(USA)

DN-SN-86-01468. Base: Naval Submarine Base, New London State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Vietnamese refugees seek shelter in the US amidst the Vietnam War, captured on May 15, 1975. The image features actress Claudia Cardinale visiting refugees alongside Nguyen Cao Ky, Rosemary Clooney, and Betty Ford. This photograph documents the efforts to provide aid and support to those affected by the war.

DN-SN-86-05176. Base: Puerto Quetzal Country: Guatemala (GTM)

DN-SN-85-12657. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (July 18, 2022) File photo from Oct. 20, 1971 captioned, Vice President of the United States, Spiro T. Agnew and wife Elinor Isabel "Judy" Agnew arrive at the U.S. Naval Detachment Soda Bay”. Naval Support Activity Souda Bay is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., Allied, and Partner nation forces to be where they are needed when they are needed to preserve security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

Anefo photo collection. Princess Juliana has received 25 Israeli war attributes at Paleis Soestdijk. May 7, 1981

Sen. Robert Dole pauses for a photograph with CHIEF Warrant Officer 2 Adao, the 1ST Marine Division's photo officer, while paying a Thanksgiving Day visit to the 1ST Marine Division Combat Operations Center (COC) during Operation Desert Shield.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU)

Platt La Comb is a linguist instructor at the all-service training school. He can speak seven languages. Base: Goodfellow Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SN-89-00502. Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. General reflections in Senate, v.l.n.r. From Agt, Den Uyl and Duisenberg. November 26, 1974

The 38th German Fuersorgetag on 12.11.1976 in the Dortmund Westfalenhalle, Germany, Europe

DD-SN-07-12487. Base: Pentagon State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Ignacy Jan Paderewski during the last public appearance at the Eating Association of Polish Army Veterans in America in Oak Ridge (USA); 22.06.1941 (1941-00-00-1941-00-00);Polish Army in France (1917-1919), Oak Ridge (United States of America), Paderewski, Ignacy Jan (1860-1941), Paderewski, Ignacy Jan (1860-1941)-iconography, Association of Polish Army Veterans in America (1921-) , gift (provenance), portraits

DN-SN-88-03272. Base: USS Okinawa (LPH 3)

Secretary of Defense William Perry talks to reporters at Kigali Airport after his arrival to check on status of the relief operation. Subject Operation/Series: SUPPORT HOPE Base: Kigali Country: Russia (RUS)

DN-SN-86-07057. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Arrival ceremonies for Sukarno, President of Indonesia, 9:30AM. President John F. Kennedy rides in an open car with President of Indonesia Ahmed Sukarno at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland.

960629-F-0929W-503. Base: Dhahran Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU)

Rear Adm. Jerry L. Unruh, commander, Carrier Group 1, talks to media pool correspondents prior to a press conference aboard the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62). The correspondents are covering Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Gulf Of Oman

DF-ST-85-10538. Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

Carl R. Meurk, executive vice president of Todd Shipbuilding Corporation, speaks during the launching ceremony for the guided missile frigate CARR (FFG 52). Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

John T. Gilbride Jr., vice president and general manager, Todd Seattle, addresses guests at the commissioning of the guided missile frigate USS CARR (FFG-52). Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

930415-D-9880W-007. Base: Pentagon State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

930323-D-9880W-015. Base: Pentagon State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Handing over a clock on the commander of the Joost Dourlein barracks on Texel, superior of the Mariniers M.S. The Corver.

DN-SN-90-00170. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Chaplain (CMDR.) Michael McNicholl from the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV-41) visits a Vietnamese refugee camp during a port visit. Base: Pusan Country: South Korea

A post mission mass debriefing takes place among pilots and crew members participating in Cope North '82-1A exercises being held at Kadena and Naha Air Base. Subject Operation/Series: COPE NORTH '82-1A Base: Kadena Air Base State: Okinawa Country: Japan (JPN)

U.S. Special Envoy Philip C. Habib meets with French, Italian and U.S. ambassadors to greet the first Marines to land as part of a multinational peacekeeping force. The force was sent here after a confrontation took place between Israeli forces and the Palestine Liberation Organization. Base: Beirut Country: Lebanon (LBN)

The operating defense yard, Tomnäs

Official opening of the Basic Information Center (BIC) at the Soesterberg airbase. Hereby also said goodbye to Adjudant A. Pepermans who received the "operational" book here from Major J.J.H. Texier.

Secretary of Defense Melvin R. Laird, left, congratulates William J. Baroody Jr., special assistant to the secretary and deputy secretary of defense, after presenting him with the Department of Defense Distinguished Public Service Medal during a Pentagon ceremony. Wallace has served in his position since February 28, 1969. Base: Arlington State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. Demonstration Wilton Fijenoord Personnel in Binnenhof to refuse Export permit for Underseene Taiwan. December 28, 1983. The Hague, South Holland

Anefo photo collection. Promotion Mr. H. P. Bakker Schut Rote Armee Fraktion Utrecht. October 15, 1986. Utrecht

DN-SN-87-00789. Base: Newport News State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

United Services Organization Director Salvador C. Pena presents the trophy for outstanding sailor in the Philippines to MASTER-at-Arms 1ST Class Larry Knapp. With MA1 Knapp is RADM Lee Levenson. The presentation is being made during the annual USO Six-Star Salute at the U.S. Embassy. Base: Manila Country: Philippines

Anefo photo collection. Chamber General. Secretary Houwelingen (Defense) speaks, following hospital cadets. September 16, 1981. Hague, South Holland

DN-SN-86-00500. Subject Operation/Series: URGENT FURY Country: Grenada (GRD)

DN-SN-85-07734. Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Anefo photo collection. Command NTS. May 6, 1966

LCOL Leroy Schroeder, B-1 bomber chief test pilot, answers questions from the press about the aircraft. LCOL Schroeder has just landed a B-1 at the base. Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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