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    USAG Stuttgart FY2027 Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremony [Image 2 of 3]

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    A formal U.S. military ceremony is taking place in an indoor venue, likely a change of command or awards ceremony. Personnel in Navy working uniforms (NWUs) and Army combat uniforms are assembled facing a stage area backed by a large American flag and multiple service branch flags. A speaker is at a podium on the left while a group of service members stands at attention on the stage.

    BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY

    09.15.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Chandler Coats 

    AFN Stuttgart

    The newest class of U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officers sing the Navy song at the Fiscal Year 2027 Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremony at Patch Barracks Gym, Stuttgart, Germany, Sept. 16, 2026. During the ceremony, each new Chief is pinned with the gold fouled anchors and presented the distinctive Chief’s cover, symbolizing their transition into a role built upon more than a century of naval heritage, technical expertise, accountability and leadership. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Chandler Coats)

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    Date Taken: 09.15.2026
    Date Posted: 09.17.2026 07:36
    Photo ID: 9943608
    VIRIN: 260915-A-GR811-7972
    Resolution: 8256x5356
    Size: 5.04 MB
    Location: BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, DE
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    A formal military ceremony stage is displayed with a large American flag as a backdrop, flanked by multiple military branch and service flags. In the foreground, large artillery shell/bullet props are arranged in a row, while a draped table holds what appear to be awards, plaques, and military covers (hats). Wooden award boxes are visible along the base of the stage, suggesting a retirement, promotion, or awards ceremony.
    A formal U.S. military ceremony is taking place in an indoor venue, likely a change of command or awards ceremony. Personnel in Navy working uniforms (NWUs) and Army combat uniforms are assembled facing a stage area backed by a large American flag and multiple service branch flags. A speaker is at a podium on the left while a group of service members stands at attention on the stage.
    A large group of U.S. Navy personnel in khaki service uniforms pose for a formal group photograph on a stage. An American flag is prominently displayed behind them alongside multiple military unit flags. Wooden award plaques or boxes are arranged along the front of the stage, suggesting a recognition or graduation ceremony.

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