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    Tactical Operations Center Kadena Change of Charge [Image 18 of 18]

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    A U.S. Navy officer in white dress uniform is cutting a large decorated sheet cake at what appears to be a military unit celebration. Two young girls are watching closely as he prepares to serve slices. The cake is decorated with red and black frosting borders and features a squadron patch logo with the text 'STEEL DRAGONS'.

    KADENA, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    08.27.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Eric Edinger 

    Commander Task Force 72

    Tactical Operations Center (TOC) Kadena’s incoming officer-in-charge, Cmdr. Darin Wilcken cuts cake as part of the TOC Kadena change of charge ceremony at the Rocker Enlisted Club on Kadena Air Base, August 28, 2026. TOC Kadena provides operational support for deployed P-8A Poseidon squadrons, enabling maritime patrol and reconnaissance operations across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Eric Edinger)

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    Date Taken: 08.27.2026
    Date Posted: 09.15.2026 00:01
    Photo ID: 9932067
    VIRIN: 260828-N-MW930-1114
    Resolution: 4230x2820
    Size: 1.75 MB
    Location: KADENA, OKINAWA, JP
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