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    The California National Guard's newest officers pin on their gold bars [Image 1 of 12]

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    A military ceremony or gathering is taking place outdoors on what appears to be a U.S. Army installation, likely Fort Ord or a similar California coastal base given the terrain and fog. Personnel in Army dress blue uniforms, Army Combat Uniforms (ACU), and at least one Marine Corps uniform are present, suggesting a multi-service event. The setting includes barracks-style buildings in the background with overcast, foggy conditions.

    SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    08.20.2016

    Photo by Capt. Jason Sweeney 

    69th Public Affairs Detachment

    Friends, family and fellow military members attended the 223rd Regiment Regional Training Institute Officer Candidate Graduation Ceremony Aug. 20 at Camp San Luis Obispo to welcome in the California National
    Guard's newest commissioned officers.

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    Date Taken: 08.20.2016
    Date Posted: 08.31.2016 13:01
    Photo ID: 2827069
    VIRIN: 160820-Z-DP660-001
    Resolution: 4928x3264
    Size: 3.25 MB
    Location: SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, US
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    A military ceremony or gathering is taking place outdoors on what appears to be a U.S. Army installation, likely Fort Ord or a similar California coastal base given the terrain and fog. Personnel in Army dress blue uniforms, Army Combat Uniforms (ACU), and at least one Marine Corps uniform are present, suggesting a multi-service event. The setting includes barracks-style buildings in the background with overcast, foggy conditions.
    A group of military personnel in formal dress uniforms are standing in a single-file line on a paved surface. The person at the front of the line is a woman whose name tag reads 'SPENCE' and whose uniform indicates affiliation with the 'Texas Military Reserve'. The group appears to be participating in a formal military ceremony or formation.
    A group of U.S. Army officers in dress blue uniforms are marching or standing in formation outdoors. The lead officer, identified by his nameplate as 'SANDOVAL,' wears the rank of Major (gold oak leaf) and several service ribbons. The setting appears to be a military installation with residential buildings and vehicles visible in the background.
    A formation of U.S. Army soldiers in dress blue uniforms are standing at attention on a sidewalk at what appears to be a military installation. The group includes both male and female soldiers arranged in two parallel lines. The setting appears to be a base with low-profile buildings, palm trees, and an overcast sky consistent with a California coastal installation.
    A group of approximately seven U.S. Army personnel are standing in formation wearing Army Service Uniforms (ASUs), the dark blue dress uniform. They appear to be participating in a formal military ceremony or official event outdoors on what appears to be a military installation. The leftmost soldier has a visible name tape reading 'SANDOVAL' and several personnel display rank insignia and service ribbons.
    A large indoor military ceremony is taking place in an auditorium with hundreds of attendees standing in rows. The gathering includes uniformed military personnel from multiple branches alongside civilians, all appearing to observe a moment of silence or prayer with heads bowed. The venue features blue auditorium seating, fluorescent lighting, and cream-colored walls.
    Six U.S. Army soldiers in dress uniforms stand in a line on a stage with heads bowed, likely during a prayer or moment of silence at a formal military ceremony. The stage is decorated with numerous state and military flags against a red, white, and blue draped backdrop. Red chairs are positioned on either side of the stage.
    Three military personnel in dress uniforms are posing together while holding a large perpetual trophy with multiple engraved name plates. The ceremony appears to be taking place in a formal military setting with multiple flags displayed in the background, including the American flag. The individuals appear to be participating in an awards or recognition ceremony.
    A group of U.S. Army officers in dress blue uniforms are raising their right hands, appearing to take an oath during a formal military commissioning or promotion ceremony. The foreground clearly shows officers with name tags reading 'YUN', 'PRIETO', and 'DEVERE'. A large audience of military personnel in uniform is seated in the background.
    A formal U.S. Army military ceremony is taking place in an auditorium or hall. A uniformed officer stands at center stage with his right hand raised, administering or receiving an oath, while audience members in the foreground also raise their right hands. A large American flag serves as a backdrop alongside numerous state and unit flags on the stage.
    A military promotion or commissioning ceremony is taking place, with personnel in U.S. Army dress blue uniforms having rank insignia pinned onto their shoulders. Multiple individuals are being pinned simultaneously by others in uniform or civilian clothes. A photographer is visible in the background documenting the event.
    A military promotion or award ceremony is taking place indoors, likely in a ceremonial hall. An Army officer is pinning insignia or rank onto the shoulder of another Army officer named 'Johnson,' while an Air Force officer in blue dress uniform observes closely. Additional military personnel and a civilian are visible in the background near a staircase.

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