Secretary of War Pete Hegseth addresses U.S. service members supporting PANAMAX 2026 [Image 6 of 8]

PANAMA CITY, PANAMA

08.12.2026

Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Crystal Burgess 

U.S. Coast Guard Special Missions Training Center

The Honorable Pete Hegseth, Secretary of War, stands facing Lt. Dominic Vaccari as a U.S. Coast Guard chief petty officer reads Vaccari’s nomination credentials during a dinner at Panama City, Panama, Aug. 12, 2026, in support of PANAMAX 2026. The recognition highlights Vaccari’s dedication and accomplishments in support of the multinational exercise while reinforcing the importance of leadership, excellence and mission readiness. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Crystal Burgess)

• Date Taken: 08.12.2026
• Date Posted: 08.20.2026 22:01
• Photo ID: 9880951
• VIRIN: 260812-G-GY174-2020
• Resolution: 8441x5627
• Size: 8.98 MB
• Location: PANAMA CITY, PA