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    II MEF Celebrates Newly Promoted Chief Petty Officers on Film [Image 1 of 6]

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    A black-and-white photograph showing a woman pinning a medal or insignia onto a smiling military officer in uniform. The officer is wearing a service uniform with multiple ribbon bars and what appears to be aviator wings, suggesting a promotion or award ceremony. The image appears to be from the mid-to-late 20th century based on photographic style and uniform details.

    CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    09.16.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Kyle Baskin 

    II Marine Expeditionary Force   

    U.S. Navy Chief Hospital Corpsman Steven Gajovski, with 2nd Medical Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, stands at attention while being pinned to chief petty officer during the Fiscal Year 2027 Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, 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. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kyle Baskin) (This image was scanned digitally and captured natively on film)

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    Date Taken: 09.16.2026
    Date Posted: 09.17.2026 16:44
    Photo ID: 9945675
    VIRIN: 260917-M-QX760-2001
    Resolution: 5338x3559
    Size: 3.78 MB
    Location: CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, US
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    A black-and-white photograph showing a woman pinning a medal or insignia onto a smiling military officer in uniform. The officer is wearing a service uniform with multiple ribbon bars and what appears to be aviator wings, suggesting a promotion or award ceremony. The image appears to be from the mid-to-late 20th century based on photographic style and uniform details.
    A black-and-white portrait photograph of a United States Navy Chief Petty Officer in dress uniform. The subject is wearing a combination cover (cap) with the USN anchor insignia, a short-sleeve khaki uniform with multiple ribbons, warfare devices, and collar insignia. The photo appears to be an official or semi-official military portrait taken outdoors.
    A close-up photograph of a U.S. Navy uniform shirt in gray/khaki color displaying multiple military insignia and ribbons. The uniform features a Fleet Marine Force (FMF) badge, a collar device, and a ribbon rack with multiple service ribbons and device attachments. The image appears to be a black-and-white or desaturated archival photograph.
    A black-and-white archival photograph, appearing to be a film negative or slide, depicting a group of military personnel in uniform on what appears to be a raised platform or stage. Several individuals are in saluting positions, suggesting a formal military ceremony or official event. The image shows characteristics of mid-20th century military photography.
    A black and white close-up photograph showing a person fastening or adjusting a cufflink on a dress shirt sleeve. A second person's hand is visible performing the action, suggesting assistance being given, possibly in a formal dressing context. The image has an intimate, candid quality consistent with event or wedding photography.
    A black-and-white photograph depicting a formal military ceremony on a stage or platform, where multiple uniformed personnel are rendering salutes simultaneously. The individuals are wearing military dress uniforms with peaked caps, suggesting a structured official event such as a change of command, awards ceremony, or retirement ceremony. A figure at a podium is visible in the background left, indicating a formal program is in progress.

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