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    USCGC Eagle (WIX 327) conducts wreath-laying for USCGC Hamilton (WPG 34) off Iceland [Image 1 of 19]

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    A group of uniformed personnel, appearing to be U.S. Coast Guard members, are performing a formal salute during what appears to be a memorial or ceremonial event. A floral wreath featuring red, white, and blue flowers is prominently displayed in the foreground. The ceremony is taking place on or near a tall ship with rigging and an American flag visible in the background.

    NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

    06.08.2021

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    U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area

    On approach to Iceland on June 6, 2021, the USCGC Eagle (WIX 3287) crew conducted a wreath-laying in memory of the Treasury-class USCGC Hamilton (WPG 34), torpedoed by German submarine U-132 in 1942 while patrolling the Icelandic coast near Reykjavík. Of the 221 person crew, 26 members were lost. (U.S. Coast Guard photo courtesy Ensign Elena Calese)

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    Date Taken: 06.08.2021
    Date Posted: 06.14.2021 14:44
    Photo ID: 6690745
    VIRIN: 210608-G-GO100-225
    Resolution: 6288x4306
    Size: 2.88 MB
    Location: NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN
    Hometown: NEW LONDON, CONNECTICUT, US
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    A group of U.S. Coast Guard Academy cadets wearing matching navy blue uniforms and 'U.S. Coast Guard CGA 2024' caps are assembled in formation. The cadets appear to be attending an official event or ceremony, standing at attention or in a relaxed formation. The foreground prominently features a cadet with the name tag 'FLORES BENCOMO' and U.S. Coast Guard insignia.

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