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    Blue Ridge Change of Command Ceremony [Image 1 of 3]

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    The image shows a formal military ceremony taking place on the deck of USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19), the command ship of the U.S. Seventh Fleet, docked at what appears to be a naval base in Japan (likely Yokosuka). Personnel in both dress whites and camouflage uniforms are assembled on deck, with an American flag prominently displayed. Red, white, and blue bunting decorates the ship's railings, indicating an official change of command or similar ceremonial event.

    YOKOSUKA, JAPAN

    12.31.2011

    Photo by Seaman Sarah Eaton 

    USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19)

    191212-N-DE082-020 YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec 12, 2019) Crew, family, friends and honored guests attend the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) change of command ceremony. Capt. Craig C. Sicola, of Dallas, relieve Capt. Eric J. Anduze, from Manati, Puerto Rico, as the ship’s commanding officer. Blue Ridge, part of Expeditionary Strike Group 7, is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in support of security and stability within the Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Class Sarah C. Eaton)

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    Date Taken: 12.31.2011
    Date Posted: 12.11.2019 22:30
    Photo ID: 5974057
    VIRIN: 191212-N-DE082-020
    Resolution: 2483x1817
    Size: 921.04 KB
    Location: YOKOSUKA, JP
    Hometown: MANATI, PR
    Hometown: DALLAS, TEXAS, US

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