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    Acting SECNAV Observes EOD Training Onboard USS Fitzgerald [Image 10 of 12]

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    A group of military personnel and civilians are gathered on the deck of a naval vessel, observing or participating in what appears to be a rope/rigging demonstration or training exercise. Several individuals are in military camouflage uniforms with tactical gear, while others are in civilian or naval attire. The setting is clearly aboard a warship, with naval superstructure visible in the background.

    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 observes Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians conducting rigging and extrication training onboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) 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: 9860864
    VIRIN: 260806-N-VX022-1047
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    Size: 10.24 MB
    Location: US
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