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    Relinquishment of Command Ceremony [Image 2 of 8]

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    A senior U.S. Navy admiral in white dress uniform is receiving a medal or decoration being pinned to his chest by a civilian in a dark suit. The ceremony appears to be taking place in an official military operations or command center, as evidenced by world clocks and a world map visible in the background. The admiral displays numerous service ribbons and medals on his uniform, indicating high rank and extensive service.

    TAMPA, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES

    03.28.2008

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Alisha Frederick 

    U.S. Navy           

    The Honorable Robert M. Gates, Secretary of Defense, presents The Defense Distinguished Service Medal to Adm. William J. Fallon. Adm. Fallon was presented the award for displaying charismatic leadership and strategic vision in overseeing operations in Afghanistan and Iraq as Commander, U.S. Central Command from March 2007 to March 2008.

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    Date Taken: 03.28.2008
    Date Posted: 01.09.2012 00:28
    Photo ID: 82172
    VIRIN: 080328-N-5783F-002
    Resolution: 2100x1500
    Size: 502.15 KB
    Location: TAMPA, FLORIDA, US
    Web Views: 525
    Downloads: 10

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    Two senior U.S. Navy admirals in white dress uniforms are posing together while jointly holding a certificate. The certificate reads 'The Defense Distinguished Service Medal' awarded to 'Admiral William J. Fallon, United States Navy.' The ceremony appears to be taking place in a formal office setting with a world map and multi-timezone digital clock display visible in the background.
    A senior U.S. Navy admiral in white dress uniform is receiving a medal or decoration being pinned to his chest by a civilian in a dark suit. The ceremony appears to be taking place in an official military operations or command center, as evidenced by world clocks and a world map visible in the background. The admiral displays numerous service ribbons and medals on his uniform, indicating high rank and extensive service.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors at United States Central Command (USCENTCOM), likely a change of command or similar official event. A Navy admiral in white dress uniform is speaking at a podium bearing the USCENTCOM seal, while seated dignitaries including another Navy officer, a civilian in a suit, and an Army officer look on. Numerous military service and unit flags are displayed in the background.
    An outdoor military ceremony is taking place on a grassy field, with a large crowd of military personnel and civilians standing in formation facing a raised stage or podium. Several officials in military dress uniforms are visible on the stage, with multiple flags displayed. A static aircraft display (likely a jet) is visible in the background near the stage.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors at United States Central Command (USCENTCOM), identifiable by the seal on the podium. A civilian in a dark suit is delivering a speech at the lectern, flanked by military officers in dress uniforms seated on stage. Multiple military and state flags are displayed in the background, suggesting a change of command or official ceremony.
    A U.S. Army general officer in dress uniform is speaking at a podium with a microphone. The name tag visible on the uniform reads 'DEMPSEY'. The setting appears to be an outdoor military ceremony with flags visible in the background.
    A formal U.S. military ceremony is taking place at MacDill Air Force Base, home of United States Central Command (USCENTCOM). An Army general in dress uniform is speaking at a podium bearing the USCENTCOM seal, flanked by two seated Navy admirals in white dress uniforms and a civilian in a dark suit. Multiple military service flags and organizational colors are displayed in the background.
    A formal group photograph taken outdoors on steps in front of a building, featuring military personnel from multiple branches of the U.S. Armed Forces alongside a civilian in a dark suit. The group includes members in Navy white dress uniforms, Army dress greens, Air Force dress blues, and Navy enlisted dress whites. The photo appears to be an official commemorative or ceremonial occasion.

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