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    Commander, US Naval Forces Japan Rear Adm. Dan Cloyd awards the Legion of Merit to Vice Adm. Tomohisa Takei of the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force [Image 5 of 5]

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    A formal military ceremony or reception is taking place in what appears to be a naval office or conference room. Three individuals in white U.S. Navy dress uniforms are present alongside two civilian women, with an American flag and what appears to be a naval command flag displayed in the background. The atmosphere appears celebratory, with several people applauding and smiling.

    YOKOSUKA, KANAGAWA, JAPAN

    05.17.2011

    Photo by Chief Petty Officer Jason Penny 

    U.S. Navy           

    Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Japan Rear Adm. Dan Cloyd and other guests congratulate Vice Adm. Tomohisa Takei of the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force following an award ceremony at CNFJ headquarters. Cloyd presented Takei the Legion of Merit on behalf of U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates. The award was presented as recognition for Takei's exceptional leadership and expertise in maturing and expanding the JMSDF and U.S. Navy partnership during his role as director of operations and plans department, JMSDF Maritime Staff Office from April 2008 to July 2010.

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    Date Taken: 05.17.2011
    Date Posted: 05.17.2011 03:26
    Photo ID: 402639
    VIRIN: 110517-N-AG621-055
    Resolution: 2100x1500
    Size: 1.04 MB
    Location: YOKOSUKA, KANAGAWA, JP
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    Two naval officers in white dress uniforms are seated across from each other in what appears to be an official meeting room or office setting. Both men wear rank insignia and service ribbons, suggesting a formal bilateral or diplomatic military meeting. The atmosphere appears cordial, with one officer smiling during the conversation.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place at Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Japan headquarters. A U.S. Navy officer is reading from an official document or citation while standing beside a Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force officer in white dress uniform. A medal or award is visible on a table nearby, suggesting this is an award or decoration presentation ceremony.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place in an official indoor setting. Two naval officers in white dress uniforms are at the center, with one reading from a dark blue official folder or citation. Two civilian women and a junior officer stand in the background as witnesses.
    Two senior naval officers in white dress uniforms are jointly presenting or receiving a military medal in a formal ceremony setting. The medal is displayed in an open presentation case. Flags including the United States flag are visible in the background, suggesting a bilateral military exchange or award ceremony.
    A formal military ceremony or reception is taking place in what appears to be a naval office or conference room. Three individuals in white U.S. Navy dress uniforms are present alongside two civilian women, with an American flag and what appears to be a naval command flag displayed in the background. The atmosphere appears celebratory, with several people applauding and smiling.

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