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    USS San Antonio (LPD 17) Holds Change of Command Ceremony [Image 11 of 15]

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    A senior U.S. Navy officer in white service dress uniform is speaking at a podium with a microphone, in front of a large American flag. He is wearing a Legion of Merit medal, aviator wings, multiple service ribbons, and shoulder boards indicating the rank of Captain (O-6). The setting appears to be a formal military ceremony.

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    09.01.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Tyra Watson 

    USS San Antonio (LPD 17)

    Capt. Thomas Uhl, offgoing commanding officer of San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS San Antonio (LPD 17) makes remarks during a change of command ceremony held in the hangar bay in the Pacific Ocean Sep. 1, 2026. Capt. Thomas Uhl relinquished command to Capt. Matt Gleason, marking the formal transfer of leadership of USS San Antonio (LPD 17). U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, Department of War-directed operations, and the President’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist First Class Tyra M. Watson)

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    Date Taken: 09.01.2026
    Date Posted: 09.01.2026 17:04
    Photo ID: 9904509
    VIRIN: 260901-N-PL543-2136
    Resolution: 4000x6000
    Size: 1.56 MB
    Location: US
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    A senior U.S. Navy officer in white service dress uniform is speaking at a podium with a microphone, in front of a large American flag. He is wearing a Legion of Merit medal, aviator wings, multiple service ribbons, and shoulder boards indicating the rank of Captain (O-6). The setting appears to be a formal military ceremony.
    A bald male military officer in a white dress uniform is speaking at a podium with a microphone. He is wearing multiple service ribbons, naval aviator wings, and a prominent medal with a red ribbon on his chest. An American flag is visible in the background.
    Three U.S. Navy officers in white service dress uniforms are participating in what appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command. Two officers on the left and right are exchanging salutes while a senior officer in the center observes. An American flag with red and white stripes serves as the backdrop.
    A U.S. Navy officer in white service uniform is speaking at a podium with a microphone, gesturing with his right hand. He is wearing multiple service ribbons, rank insignia consistent with a senior officer (Commander or Captain), and a name tag. An American flag is displayed prominently in the background.
    A U.S. Navy officer in white service uniform is speaking at a wooden podium with a microphone. He is wearing glasses and has multiple service ribbons and a warfare qualification badge on his chest. An American flag is displayed prominently in the background.

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