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    126th Submarine Birthday Ball [Image 4 of 6]

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    A man in formal attire, including a tuxedo with a bow tie and military-style medals/decorations, is speaking at a podium during what appears to be an official or ceremonial event. The podium bears a seal that reads 'ADM ARLEIGH A. BURKE,' suggesting a U.S. Navy-affiliated function. An American flag and a POW/MIA flag are visible in the background.

    YOKOSUKA, JAPAN

    04.24.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Daniel Providakes 

    Commander, Submarine Group Seven

    Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Commander, Fleet Submarine Force Vice Adm. TAKENAKA Nobuyuki speaks to guests during the 126th Submarine Birthday Ball held at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, April 24, 2026. The Submarine Birthday Ball commemorated 126 years of silent service with service members of the U.S. Navy, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, and Royal Australian Navy. Submarine Group 7 directs forward-deployed, combat capable forces across the full spectrum of undersea warfare throughout the Western Pacific, Indian Ocean, and Arabian Sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel G. Providakes)

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    Date Taken: 04.24.2026
    Date Posted: 06.23.2026 02:21
    Photo ID: 9766808
    VIRIN: 260424-N-SI601-1017
    Resolution: 4635x3090
    Size: 2.54 MB
    Location: YOKOSUKA, JP
    Web Views: 33
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    A military officer in dress uniform is speaking at a podium during a formal ceremony. The projected screen behind him displays '126' along with submarine insignia, indicating this is the Submarine Force's 126th Birthday Ball. The event appears to be a formal military celebration held in a banquet or event hall.
    A uniformed military or naval officer stands at attention beside a ship's bell mounted on a wooden stand during what appears to be a formal military ceremony or dinner. Multiple flags are visible in the background, including the POW/MIA flag, the American flag, the Japanese flag, and a U.S. Navy flag. The setting suggests a formal mess night or military ball event.
    A senior naval officer in dress uniform is delivering a speech at a formal military event or ceremony. He stands at a wooden podium bearing what appears to be a ship or command insignia, wearing a dark uniform adorned with multiple medals and gold sleeve stripes indicating high rank. The setting appears to be a banquet hall or officers' club with blue drapery and audio equipment visible in the background.
    A man in formal attire, including a tuxedo with a bow tie and military-style medals/decorations, is speaking at a podium during what appears to be an official or ceremonial event. The podium bears a seal that reads 'ADM ARLEIGH A. BURKE,' suggesting a U.S. Navy-affiliated function. An American flag and a POW/MIA flag are visible in the background.
    Two naval officers in formal dress uniforms are shaking hands while jointly holding a framed calligraphy plaque with Chinese/Japanese characters at what appears to be the 126th Submarine Birthday Ball. The officer on the left appears to be from the U.S. Navy, while the officer on the right appears to be from a Japanese naval force (JMSDF), suggesting a bilateral military exchange or gift presentation ceremony. The backdrop displays 'Submarine 126th Birthday Ball' with submarine insignia.
    Five military personnel in formal dress uniforms are gathered around a table for a ceremonial cake cutting, likely at a military ball or anniversary celebration. Two officers in the center are jointly cutting a decorated cake with blue frosting and an image on top, while the others applaud. The setting includes Japanese-style shoji screen room dividers as a backdrop.

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