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    Capt. Foster Takes Helm of NSA Naples As 36th Commanding Officer [Image 12 of 16]

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    A military decoration ceremony is taking place outdoors, where a senior naval officer is pinning a medal onto the uniform of another officer in white dress uniform. The recipient is wearing an extensive collection of medals and decorations on his chest. The ceremony appears to be formal, with additional military personnel visible in the background.

    NAPLES, ITALY

    07.22.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Sean P Rinner 

    U.S. Naval Support Activity Naples

    NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY NAPLES, Italy (July 23, 2026) Capt. Andrew Olsen, Commanding Officer of Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Europe, Africa, Central, and Regional Engineer for Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central presents Capt. John Randazzo the Legion of Merit during a change of command ceremony onboard U.S. Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, Capodichino, July 23, 2026. NSA Naples is an operational ashore base home to over 55 tenant commands and 8,500 personnel. Providing a forward-deployed platform to the fleet that enables the warfighter and supports the family, NSA Naples supports U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, U.S. Sixth Fleet, NATO, and combatant commander strategic priorities to ensure stability across the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sean Rinner)

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    Date Taken: 07.22.2026
    Date Posted: 07.23.2026 09:35
    Photo ID: 9826983
    VIRIN: 260723-N-RH019-1040
    Resolution: 6048x4032
    Size: 3.76 MB
    Location: NAPLES, IT
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    A military band in camouflage uniforms and distinctive black feathered hats is performing at a U.S. Naval Support Activity Change of Command ceremony in Naples, Italy. The sign in the foreground indicates that Captain John L. Randazzo, United States Navy, is being relieved by Captain Benjamin W. Foster. The event is taking place outdoors on a cobblestone plaza in front of a white colonnaded building.
    A U.S. Navy enlisted sailor in dress whites is speaking at a podium during a formal military ceremony. Behind her, two senior naval officers in dress white uniforms with gold insignia are rendering a salute. The setting appears to be an outdoor ceremonial venue with classical architectural columns in the background.
    A naval officer in white dress uniform is delivering a speech at a formal military ceremony from a blue podium with an emblem. Several military personnel in camouflage uniforms are seated in the background as an audience. The event appears to be an outdoor ceremony held under a temporary canopy structure.
    A naval officer in white dress uniform is speaking at a podium equipped with a microphone. The officer displays multiple medals, ribbons, and insignia on their uniform, indicating significant military service and rank. The setting appears to be a formal military ceremony or official event.
    A naval officer in white dress uniform is speaking at a podium during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. Several other naval officers in white dress uniforms stand in the background. The podium features a blue covering with an emblem that includes a red cross symbol.
    A formal U.S. Navy military ceremony is taking place outdoors, featuring personnel in white dress uniforms. A senior officer, likely a Captain or Admiral based on rank insignia and numerous medals, stands prominently in the foreground on a red carpet. Supporting naval personnel are positioned in formation, with one sailor playing a ceremonial instrument on the right.
    Italian Army (Esercito) soldiers in camouflage uniforms and distinctive black feathered hats are marching in a military parade or ceremony. Two of the soldiers are playing trumpets adorned with red and gold decorative banners featuring the Italian flag. The event appears to take place in an urban plaza with civilian spectators and naval officers visible in the background.
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    A formal U.S. Navy military ceremony is taking place outdoors on a red carpet, likely a change of command or official reception. A senior officer in white dress uniform with captain's insignia and multiple medals stands at the center saluting, flanked by sideboys standing at attention along the red carpet. Additional naval personnel in white uniforms are visible in the background observing the ceremony.
    A formal U.S. Navy military ceremony is taking place in an outdoor courtyard, featuring a color guard presenting flags including the American flag, a green flag (likely Portuguese), and a Navy unit flag. Officers in white dress uniforms are saluting on a raised platform with a podium, while enlisted personnel stand at attention. The setting appears to be a naval installation, possibly in a Mediterranean or Portuguese-speaking country based on the architectural style and flag presence.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors in a courtyard setting, with one officer speaking at a podium while two other uniformed officers are seated on a stage behind him. The audience consists of numerous civilians and some military personnel seated in rows facing the stage. The setting appears to be a military installation, likely a change of command or similar official ceremony.
    A military decoration ceremony is taking place outdoors, where a senior naval officer is pinning a medal onto the uniform of another officer in white dress uniform. The recipient is wearing an extensive collection of medals and decorations on his chest. The ceremony appears to be formal, with additional military personnel visible in the background.
    Two U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are posing together while holding an official document, likely a commission or award certificate. The officer on the right displays an extensive array of medals and decorations on his chest, suggesting a promotion or retirement ceremony. Both officers are shaking hands in a formal presentation pose outdoors.
    Two U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are exchanging salutes in what appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or retirement event. A third Navy officer stands in the background observing the exchange. The setting appears to be outdoors in front of a military building.
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    A senior naval officer in white dress uniform is speaking at a podium during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. The officer displays multiple medals, ribbons, and insignia consistent with a high-ranking U.S. Navy Captain. An American flag is partially visible in the background to the right.

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