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    SMWDC Change of Command [Image 2 of 6]

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    Two U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are engaged in what appears to be a ceremonial exchange, likely a change of command or retirement ceremony. They are standing at a table with water bottles and gift baskets, smiling and interacting with each other. The outdoor event is taking place on a military installation, with additional uniformed personnel visible in the background.

    SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    05.08.2018

    Photo by Lt. Matthew Stroup 

    Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC)

    NAVAL AMPHIBIOUS BASE CORONADO, Calif. (May 8, 2018) Rear Adm. David Welch, right, commander, Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) and Rear Adm. John Wade, left, share a laugh while cutting a cake following SMWDC's change of command ceremony. SMWDC is one of the Navy's five Warfighting Development Centers and its mission is to increase the lethality and tactical proficiency of the Surface Force across all domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Matthew A. Stroup/Released)

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    Date Taken: 05.08.2018
    Date Posted: 05.10.2018 12:45
    Photo ID: 4375934
    VIRIN: 180508-N-LR347-009
    Resolution: 3882x2588
    Size: 3.25 MB
    Location: SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US
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    Downloads: 5

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    A formal U.S. Navy military ceremony is taking place outdoors under a white tent. A senior naval officer in dress whites is speaking at a podium bearing the 'SMWDC' insignia (Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center). Two other uniformed naval officers are seated on stage while an audience of military and civilian personnel observe.
    Two U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are engaged in what appears to be a ceremonial exchange, likely a change of command or retirement ceremony. They are standing at a table with water bottles and gift baskets, smiling and interacting with each other. The outdoor event is taking place on a military installation, with additional uniformed personnel visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy flag officer in white service dress uniform is speaking at a podium marked 'SMWDC' (Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center). The officer is wearing a combination cover with gold scrambled eggs, multiple service ribbons, and shoulder boards indicating flag rank. The outdoor ceremony is taking place under a tent canopy with tropical vegetation visible in the background.
    Two U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are shaking hands under a white tent canopy, likely during a formal military ceremony such as a change of command or award presentation. A third officer in white uniform is visible in the background. The officer facing the camera displays multiple service ribbons and appears to hold senior rank based on shoulder insignia.
    A formal U.S. Navy military ceremony is taking place outdoors under a white tent on a grassy area. A senior officer, wearing a white dress uniform with ribbons and gold-brimmed cap, walks down a red carpet while personnel on both sides render salutes. The scene appears to be a change of command or retirement ceremony, indicated by the ceremonial side boys (bollard-style stanchions) lining the red carpet.
    A U.S. Navy officer in white service dress uniform is delivering a speech at a podium marked 'SMWDC' (Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center). The officer wears a combination cover with gold insignia, glasses, a name tag, and multiple service ribbons on his chest. The event appears to be an official military ceremony held under a white tent canopy.

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