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    Acting SECNAV Observes EOD Training Onboard USS Fitzgerald [Image 8 of 12]

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    A man wearing a dark polo shirt and glasses is viewed from behind aboard a small vessel, observing naval warships docked in a harbor. At least two large military ships are visible in the background, with partial text readable on one hull appearing to read 'FITZGERALD'. Multiple people are present on the observation vessel, suggesting a tour or official visit to a naval installation.

    UNITED STATES

    08.06.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class August Clawson      

    Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group One

    Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao transits to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) to observe Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) rigging and extrication training on Aug. 6, 2026. Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group (EODGRU) 1 operates as part of the Navy Expeditionary Combat Force, providing skilled, capable, and deployable maritime EOD and Navy Diver forces around the globe to support a range of operations. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class August Clawson)

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    Date Taken: 08.06.2026
    Date Posted: 08.10.2026 12:30
    Photo ID: 9860861
    VIRIN: 260806-N-VX022-1045
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    A man wearing a dark polo shirt and glasses is viewed from behind aboard a small vessel, observing naval warships docked in a harbor. At least two large military ships are visible in the background, with partial text readable on one hull appearing to read 'FITZGERALD'. Multiple people are present on the observation vessel, suggesting a tour or official visit to a naval installation.
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