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    PNSY Holds Change of Command Ceremony for USS Hampton (SSN 767) [Image 2 of 6]

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    Five U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are standing at salute during a formal military ceremony. The event appears to be held outdoors on a ship's deck or platform decorated with American flag bunting. The setting and attire suggest a commissioning, change of command, or similar official naval ceremony.

    KITTERY, MAINE, UNITED STATES

    09.11.2026

    Photo by Neil Boorjian 

    Portsmouth Naval Shipyard

    KITTERY, Maine (Sept. 11, 2026) — Portsmouth Naval Shipyard held a change of command ceremony where Cmdr. Grant Wanier, commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Hampton (SSN 767), relinquished command to Cmdr. Ryan Gieleghem, Kittery, Maine, Sept. 11, 2026. As America's leader in attack submarine maintenance, repair, and modernization, PNSY delivers the decisive edge required to master an era of evolving threats, standing at the forefront of the nation's commitment to peace through strength by 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: 09.11.2026
    Date Posted: 09.11.2026 13:09
    Photo ID: 9927880
    VIRIN: 260911-N-FQ573-1015
    Resolution: 3522x2348
    Size: 2.21 MB
    Location: KITTERY, MAINE, US
    Web Views: 31
    Downloads: 1

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    A U.S. Navy color guard is marching in formation along a paved walkway, carrying the American flag and what appears to be a U.S. Navy flag. The sailors are dressed in white dress uniforms (Service Dress White) with traditional Dixie cup covers and black neckerchiefs. The ceremony appears to be taking place outdoors in an urban or institutional setting on a clear, sunny autumn day.
    Five U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are standing at salute during a formal military ceremony. The event appears to be held outdoors on a ship's deck or platform decorated with American flag bunting. The setting and attire suggest a commissioning, change of command, or similar official naval ceremony.
    A formal U.S. Navy military ceremony is taking place in front of a naval vessel. Four officers in dress white uniforms stand on an elevated platform rendering salutes, while a sailor in the foreground carries the U.S. flag with gold fringe. The setting is decorated with patriotic bunting in red, white, and blue.
    Two U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are shaking hands while jointly holding a certificate. The certificate is visibly titled 'Meritorious Service Medal' issued by the United States of America. The ceremony appears to be taking place outdoors, likely aboard a naval vessel or installation.
    Two U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are posing together while holding a framed shadow box containing a folded American flag. The plaque on the frame reads 'CDR Grant A. Wanier' with dates suggesting a change of command or retirement ceremony. The ceremony appears to be taking place outdoors on or near a naval vessel.
    Three U.S. Navy officers in white dress uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command. Two officers are exchanging salutes while a third stands at attention between them. The ceremony appears to be taking place outdoors near a naval vessel, with signal flags and an American flag visible in the background.

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