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    CFAY Chief Pinning Ceremony 2021 [Image 10 of 11]

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    A formal U.S. Navy chief petty officer induction or promotion ceremony taking place on a stage with red curtains. Multiple sailors in khaki uniforms are rendering salutes, with the central figure standing at attention on a red carpet. Both the American flag and the Japanese flag are displayed in the background, indicating this ceremony is likely taking place at a U.S. military installation in Japan.

    YOKOSUKA, KANAGAWA, JAPAN

    11.18.2021

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Ryre Arciaga 

    Fleet Public Affairs Center Yokosuka

    YOKOSUKA, JAPAN (Nov. 19, 2021) Chief Gunner’s Mate Joseph Radtke is rung aboard the Chiefs’ Mess during a chief petty officer pinning ceremony hosted at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka’s (CFAY) Fleet Theater. Sixteen Sailors from CFAY and tenant commands were promoted to the rank of chief petty officer during the ceremony. CFAY has provided, maintained, and operated base facilities and services in support of the U.S. 7th Fleet’s forward-deployed naval forces, tenant commands, and thousands of military and civilian personnel and their families. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryre Arciaga/Released)

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    Date Taken: 11.18.2021
    Date Posted: 11.19.2021 00:37
    Photo ID: 6947043
    VIRIN: 211119-N-KW492-1254
    Resolution: 5563x3347
    Size: 895.81 KB
    Location: YOKOSUKA, KANAGAWA, JP
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    Downloads: 2

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    The image shows a United States Navy (USN) Chief Petty Officer's dress white combination cap resting on a wooden surface. The cap features a gold anchor insignia with 'USN' lettering on a dark navy band, a white crown, and a glossy black patent leather visor. The background contains blurred wooden and metallic decorative elements.
    A U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer is having his combination cover (cap) placed on his head during what appears to be a Chief Petty Officer pinning or advancement ceremony. The setting is a formal military ceremony hall with red curtains, and both the American flag and Japanese flag (Hinomaru) are visible in the background, suggesting this event is taking place at a U.S. military installation in Japan. Other uniformed Navy personnel are visible in the background participating in similar ceremonies.
    A bald man with a mustache wearing a tan/khaki military uniform with service ribbons is having insignia or rank devices pinned onto his collar. A young child in a white lace dress is pinning something on his right side, while an adult hand (likely a spouse) pins the left side simultaneously. This appears to be a military promotion or pinning ceremony.
    A military promotion ceremony is taking place in what appears to be an indoor venue with a red curtain backdrop and an American flag display. A service member in tan/khaki uniform is having new rank insignia pinned onto his collar simultaneously by a senior enlisted military member on his left and a civilian woman on his right. A child is partially visible in the foreground, and another uniformed service member stands at attention in the background.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place in an auditorium or event hall, with U.S. Navy personnel in khaki service uniforms standing in formation. Two national flags are visible on the stage — the United States flag and the Japanese flag — suggesting this event is occurring at a U.S. military installation in Japan. A senior enlisted female service member appears to be conducting an inspection or review of the formation.
    Two U.S. Navy enlisted personnel in Service Khaki uniforms are shaking hands and laughing at what appears to be a formal military event or ceremony. Both wear the distinctive white combination covers (caps) associated with Navy chief petty officers or senior enlisted ranks. A Japanese flag is visible in the background, suggesting the event may be taking place in Japan or at a joint U.S.-Japan military function.
    A group of U.S. Navy personnel in khaki service uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony, likely a chief petty officer pinning or advancement ceremony. They are standing in a line on a stage or in front of a stage, appearing to recite an oath or chant in unison. Both the American flag and the Japanese flag are displayed on the stage backdrop, indicating this event is taking place at a U.S. military installation in Japan.
    A U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer in Service Khaki uniform is adjusting his combination cover (cap) during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. He displays multiple ribbons, an aviation warfare badge, and a senior enlisted aviation warfare specialist badge on his uniform. The setting features a red curtain backdrop with other uniformed personnel visible in the background.
    A military promotion or award ceremony is taking place, with a female service member in tan/khaki uniform receiving insignia or badges being pinned onto her uniform by two individuals. The setting appears to be a formal military hall with red curtains, an American flag, and other uniformed personnel visible in the background. The central figure stands at attention while two people simultaneously pin items to her uniform.
    A formal U.S. Navy chief petty officer induction or promotion ceremony taking place on a stage with red curtains. Multiple sailors in khaki uniforms are rendering salutes, with the central figure standing at attention on a red carpet. Both the American flag and the Japanese flag are displayed in the background, indicating this ceremony is likely taking place at a U.S. military installation in Japan.
    A column of U.S. Navy enlisted personnel in Service Khaki uniforms march in formation through what appears to be a ceremonial hall or auditorium. The lead sailor displays multiple ribbons, badges, and a warfare device on his uniform, suggesting a formal military ceremony such as a Chief Petty Officer pinning or advancement ceremony. The setting features red carpeting and warm ambient lighting consistent with an indoor military event venue.

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