260410-N-CF730-1119 NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Apr. 10, 2026) Capt. Brian Bungay, commanding officer, Naval Base San Diego (NBSD), middle, Command Master Chief Kristopher Freyberg, right, and Hedenkamp Elementary students and staff pose for photo during the Purple Star ceremony held at Hedenkamp Elementary School, Apr. 10, 2026. The Purple Star program recognizes schools that demonstrate a major commitment to supporting the unique academic and social-emotional needs of military-connected children. Established in 1922, NBSD is the largest West coast naval installation and principal homeport of the Pacific Fleet, supporting more than 60 combatant and auxiliary surface ships and more than 250 shore commands. (U.S. Navy photo by Interior Communications Electrician 2nd Class Ulrika Mendiola)
| Date Taken: | 04.10.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.20.2026 14:04 |
| Photo ID: | 9622423 |
| VIRIN: | 260410-N-CF730-1119 |
| Resolution: | 4983x2282 |
| Size: | 3.03 MB |
| Location: | SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US |
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