U.S. Coast Guard Academy 145th Commencement Exercises [Image 3 of 10]

NEW LONDON, CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATES

05.20.2026

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Lyric Jackson 

U.S. Coast Guard Academy

U.S. Coast Guard Academy international cadet Virlyn Gibson, from Guyana, holds her country’s flag during the academy’s graduation ceremony in New London, Connecticut, May 20, 2026. The Class of 2026 included international students who will return to serve in their respective countries following graduation. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Lyric Jackson)

• Date Taken: 05.20.2026
• Date Posted: 05.20.2026 18:30
• Photo ID: 9699182
• VIRIN: 260520-G-QN699-1026
• Resolution: 6572x4381
• Size: 2.07 MB
• Location: NEW LONDON, CONNECTICUT, US