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    Forged Underwater: PNSY Dive Team Conducts Inspection of New Caisson [Image 12 of 27]

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    A person is donning or adjusting a full-face diving helmet/mask with integrated breathing apparatus. The individual is wearing a dark wetsuit and appears to be in a preparation or staging area, likely before a dive operation. The equipment appears to be professional-grade tactical or public safety diving gear.

    KITTERY, MAINE, UNITED STATES

    08.26.2026

    Photo by Neil Boorjian 

    Portsmouth Naval Shipyard

    KITTERY, Maine (Aug. 26, 2026) - Lt. Darek Ditto, a dive officer, prepares his mask before an inspection of a new caisson that was delivered to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. As America’s leader in attack submarine maintenance, repair, and modernization, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard delivers the decisive edge required to master an era of evolving threats. It stands at the forefront of America's commitment to peace through strength, delivering combat-ready submarines that are lethal, resilient, and prepared to win. (U.S. Navy Photo by Neil Boorjian)

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    Date Taken: 08.26.2026
    Date Posted: 09.01.2026 10:59
    Photo ID: 9903396
    VIRIN: 260826-N-FQ573-1016
    Resolution: 2124x2655
    Size: 1.32 MB
    Location: KITTERY, MAINE, US
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    Downloads: 1

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