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    SECNAV Visits USS Makin Island [Image 9 of 10]

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    A large military formation ceremony is taking place on the flight deck of a naval vessel, likely an aircraft carrier or amphibious assault ship. Hundreds of uniformed personnel in Navy working uniforms (NWUs) and khaki covers are assembled in formation, with what appears to be a podium or lectern visible, suggesting an official ceremony such as a change of command, commissioning, or award presentation. The ship appears to be docked or anchored in a harbor, with a bridge and coastal infrastructure visible in the background.

    SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    08.07.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Kevin Leitner 

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

    The Honorable Hung Cao, Acting Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), speaks to the crew of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during an all-hands call on the flight deck, Aug. 7, 2026. SECNAV was recently in San Diego visiting various commands to speak with Sailors and their families, focusing on his top priority, “taking care of our people.” (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kevin C. Leitner)

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    Date Taken: 08.07.2026
    Date Posted: 08.10.2026 14:10
    Photo ID: 9861091
    VIRIN: 260807-N-OA516-1042
    Resolution: 3360x2240
    Size: 1.89 MB
    Location: SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 10
    Downloads: 1

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    A civilian or dignitary in civilian attire (white polo shirt, khaki pants) walks along a red carpet through a formal military sideboy honors ceremony aboard what appears to be a U.S. Navy vessel. Uniformed sailors in Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III camouflage are lined up on both sides rendering salutes. The setting appears to be the well deck or hangar bay of a naval ship, indicated by the large open stern gate and industrial interior.
    A U.S. Navy sailor in digital camouflage uniform and cover is shaking hands with a civilian man wearing a gray polo shirt aboard what appears to be the USS Makin Island (LHD-8), as indicated by the signage visible in the background. The setting appears to be the ship's hangar bay or interior deck area, decorated with command plaques, portrait boards, and military flags including a POW/MIA flag and an American flag. The interaction appears to be a formal greeting or recognition ceremony.
    A formal handshake is taking place aboard the USS Makin Island between a U.S. Navy sailor in camouflage uniform and a civilian or off-duty individual in a polo shirt and khaki pants. The setting appears to be the ship's hangar bay or interior deck, with command display boards visible in the background showing officer portraits. Additional military personnel and flags, including the U.S. flag and POW/MIA flag, are visible in the background.
    A civilian in a gray polo shirt is speaking to a group of U.S. Navy personnel in digital camouflage uniforms aboard what appears to be a naval vessel. The setting is an interior deck or hangar bay area with visible pipes, equipment, and industrial infrastructure. The civilian appears to be briefing or addressing the assembled sailors.
    A civilian in a white polo shirt and khaki pants addresses a group of uniformed U.S. Navy personnel on the deck or pier alongside a large naval vessel. The gathering appears to be a formal briefing or address, with sailors standing attentively in two distinct uniform types: Navy Working Uniform (NWU) digital camouflage and tan/khaki uniforms. The large gray hull of a naval ship dominates the background.
    A civilian or senior official in a white polo shirt addresses a large formation of U.S. military personnel on what appears to be the deck of a naval vessel. The audience includes personnel in Navy blue coveralls, Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms, and Navy NWU Type III camouflage, all wearing tan/coyote brown covers. The setting is an outdoor deck under clear blue skies, suggesting a formal all-hands or command address.
    An aerial photograph of a large military group photo taken on the flight deck of a naval vessel, with ocean visible in the background. Personnel are arranged in a deliberate formation wearing multiple uniform types including Navy Working Uniforms (NWU), Marine Corps combat utilities, and dark blue coveralls. The gathering appears to be a formal all-hands or command photo event.
    An aerial/overhead photograph shows a large military formation on what appears to be the flight deck of a naval vessel. Personnel are arranged in a semicircular formation, with two distinct uniform groups visible — one in navy blue coveralls and one in camouflage pattern uniforms. A single individual in civilian or light-colored clothing stands at the center base of the formation, appearing to address the assembled personnel.
    A large military formation ceremony is taking place on the flight deck of a naval vessel, likely an aircraft carrier or amphibious assault ship. Hundreds of uniformed personnel in Navy working uniforms (NWUs) and khaki covers are assembled in formation, with what appears to be a podium or lectern visible, suggesting an official ceremony such as a change of command, commissioning, or award presentation. The ship appears to be docked or anchored in a harbor, with a bridge and coastal infrastructure visible in the background.
    A large military formation is assembled on what appears to be the flight deck of a naval vessel, likely an aircraft carrier or amphibious assault ship. Hundreds of uniformed Navy personnel are arranged in organized rows, with a small group of individuals — including at least one civilian — positioned at the front, suggesting an address, ceremony, or all-hands muster. The image is taken from an elevated angle, revealing the scale of the gathering and surrounding deck equipment.

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    ALL HANDS CALL
    SECRETARY OF THE NAVY
    SECNAV
    USS MAKIN ISLAND
    SAN DIEGO

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