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    USS South Dakota (SSN 790) Change of Command [Image 3 of 8]

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    Two naval officers in white dress uniforms are engaged in a medal pinning ceremony. One officer is attaching or adjusting a medal and ribbon onto the chest of the other officer, who is looking down at the decoration being applied. The setting appears to be an outdoor military ceremony with a waterfront or harbor visible in the background.

    SUBMARINE BASE NEW LONDON, CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATES

    06.30.2026

    Photo by John Narewski 

    Submarine Readiness Squadron (SRS) 32

    260630-N-UM744-1003- Cmdr. Burnes Brown is presented with the Legion of Merit by Capt. Thomas Flaherty, Commander Submarine Squadron FOUR, for his accomplishments during his time in command of USS South Dakota (SSN 790). Cmdr. Brown was relieved by Cmdr. Daniel Goodwin as commanding officer of the Virginia-class fast attack submarine during a change of command ceremony that was held Tuesday, June 30th onboard the fast attack submarine pierside at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn. (U.S. Navy Photo by John Narewski)

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    Date Taken: 06.30.2026
    Date Posted: 06.30.2026 15:48
    Photo ID: 9783255
    VIRIN: 260630-N-UM744-1003
    Resolution: 3000x1998
    Size: 1.03 MB
    Location: SUBMARINE BASE NEW LONDON, CONNECTICUT, US
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    Two U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are rendering a salute simultaneously, likely during a formal military ceremony. Both wear officer cover caps with gold insignia and display multiple medals, ribbons, and qualification badges on their uniforms. The background suggests an outdoor naval or waterfront setting.
    A U.S. Navy submarine, identified as USS South Dakota (SSN-790), nicknamed 'The Gunslingers,' is moored at a pier in calm waters surrounded by a bright orange containment/oil boom. Personnel and a white tent canopy are visible on the deck near the sail (conning tower). The setting appears to be a naval facility with dense green tree lines in the background.
    Two naval officers in white dress uniforms are engaged in a medal pinning ceremony. One officer is attaching or adjusting a medal and ribbon onto the chest of the other officer, who is looking down at the decoration being applied. The setting appears to be an outdoor military ceremony with a waterfront or harbor visible in the background.
    Two U.S. Navy personnel in white dress uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony, jointly holding a shadow box containing a folded flag and a commemorative plaque. The officer on the right displays multiple medals and ribbons, a command insignia, and shoulder boards indicating senior rank (Captain), while the individual on the left wears a Chief Petty Officer combination cover. The setting appears to be outdoors near a waterfront, consistent with a change of command or retirement ceremony.
    Three U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or commissioning event. Two officers are exchanging salutes while a third stands at attention between them. The setting appears to be an outdoor naval facility or ship deck.
    A senior U.S. Navy officer in white dress uniform is rendering a salute during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. He is adorned with numerous medals, ribbons, and insignia indicating high rank, likely a flag officer (Admiral). Two other naval personnel in white uniforms and covers are also saluting in the foreground.
    A U.S. Navy officer in white dress uniform is rendering a salute during what appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or sideboy honors on a pier or dock. The central officer displays multiple medals and decorations along with gold shoulder boards indicating senior rank. Several other naval personnel in white dress uniforms flank him, also saluting.
    A U.S. Navy officer in white dress uniform is rendering a formal salute during what appears to be a military ceremony. The central figure displays multiple medals, ribbons, and insignia consistent with a senior officer rank. Several other naval personnel in white dress uniforms are visible in the background, also saluting.

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