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    A formal U.S. Navy burial at sea ceremony is taking place on the deck of what appears to be an aircraft carrier or large naval vessel. Two sailors in the foreground carry ceremonial items — a white box (likely containing cremated remains) and a folded American flag — while a large formation of uniformed Navy personnel stands at attention in the background. The setting, attire, and ceremonial objects are consistent with a military funeral honors ceremony.

    PACIFIC OCEAN

    10.21.2016

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Jose Jaen 

    U.S. Navy           

    161021-N-VD165-042
    PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 21, 2016) Chief Petty Officer Richard Moya and Petty Officer 3rd Class Brett Anderson carry cremains and a folded Ensign during a burial-at-sea ceremony aboard amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). During the ceremony the cremains of sixteen deceased service members were committed to the sea. Boxer is currently underway conducting routine operations off the coast of Southern California. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Jose Jaen/Released)

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    Date Taken: 10.21.2016
    Date Posted: 10.26.2016 01:36
    Photo ID: 2945766
    VIRIN: 161021-N-VD165-042
    Resolution: 4256x2832
    Size: 967.61 KB
    Location: PACIFIC OCEAN

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