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    SMWDC MCMTD Chief Pinning FY-27 [Image 2 of 6]

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    A smiling military serviceman in a tan/khaki uniform is having insignia or rank devices pinned onto his collar by two individuals — a woman on his left and an older man in uniform on his right. An American flag serves as the backdrop, suggesting this is a formal military promotion or pinning ceremony. The subject appears proud and happy during what is clearly a significant milestone event.

    UNITED STATES

    09.16.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Demitrius Williams 

    Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC)

    U.S. Navy Chief Mineman Andrew Harse, assigned to Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center Mine Countermeasure Technical Division, stands at attention as the chief petty officer rank is pinned on his collar during the Fiscal Year 2027 Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremony at Naval Base Point Loma, Sept. 16, 2026. Established in 1960, the Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremony marks the culmination of a six-week initiation of physical and leadership training that symbolizes the transition to new responsibilities and higher commitment for enlisted Sailors. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Demitrius Williams)

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    Date Taken: 09.16.2026
    Date Posted: 09.16.2026 19:04
    Photo ID: 9942496
    VIRIN: 260916-N-OR809-5070
    Resolution: 2309x1707
    Size: 677.59 KB
    Location: US
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    A group of U.S. Navy personnel in khaki service uniforms and combination covers (peaked caps) are standing in a formal formation. One individual on the right appears to be speaking or issuing commands, facing the line of sailors. The setting appears to be an indoor military facility, possibly a hangar or large ceremonial hall.
    A smiling military serviceman in a tan/khaki uniform is having insignia or rank devices pinned onto his collar by two individuals — a woman on his left and an older man in uniform on his right. An American flag serves as the backdrop, suggesting this is a formal military promotion or pinning ceremony. The subject appears proud and happy during what is clearly a significant milestone event.
    A military promotion or pinning ceremony is taking place in front of a large American flag. A female service member in U.S. Navy tan/khaki uniform is having insignia pinned to her collar by two individuals — an older man in uniform with a cover (hat) and a civilian man in a black shirt. The service member is smiling, suggesting this is a celebratory milestone event.
    A group of U.S. Navy personnel in tan/khaki service uniforms are gathered in what appears to be a hangar or industrial facility. Two central figures — a senior enlisted male sailor wearing a combination cover and a female sailor — appear to be engaged in a friendly conversation, both smiling. The setting suggests an informal gathering or post-ceremony interaction.
    A U.S. Navy promotion or advancement ceremony is taking place in front of a large American flag. A sailor is having a chief petty officer cover (hat) placed on his head by another service member, indicating a pinning or frocking ceremony. A uniformed officer speaks at a podium in the background while other personnel observe.
    An older military servicemember in U.S. Navy khaki uniform is placing or adjusting a cover (combination cap) on a younger servicemember's head during what appears to be a promotion or pinning ceremony. Both individuals are wearing U.S. Navy Service Khaki uniforms, and a large American flag serves as the backdrop. The moment appears ceremonial and significant, possibly marking a chief petty officer advancement.

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