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    A formal military change of command or awards ceremony is taking place, with three senior U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms rendering salutes on a stage. The backdrop features camouflage netting, multiple national and military flags, and a seal reading 'Commander Task Force Six Eight.' Attendees including color guard members and civilians are visible in the foreground.

    ROTA, SPAIN

    07.09.2026

    Photo by Chief Petty Officer Justin Stumberg  

    Commander Task Force 68

    ROTA, Spain (July 10, 2026) U.S. Navy Capt. Leslie Slootmaker, left, Capt. Jeremy Wheat, commodore of Commander, Task Force (CTF) 68, middle, and Vice Adm. Jeffrey Anderson, Commander, U.S. Navy 6th Fleet, salute during a change of command and retirement ceremony onboard Naval Station Rota, Spain, July 10, 2026. CTF 68 is a part of the U.S. 6th Fleet and commands all Naval Expeditionary Combat Forces in the U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command areas of responsibility. Naval Expeditionary Combat Forces bridge the gap from sea to shore and provide expeditionary capabilities in remote, complex and austere environments. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Justin Stumberg)

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    Date Taken: 07.09.2026
    Date Posted: 07.20.2026 09:17
    Photo ID: 9819978
    VIRIN: 260710-N-XT273-1002
    Resolution: 6000x4000
    Size: 5.71 MB
    Location: ROTA, ES
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    Downloads: 2

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