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Chief of Naval Operations Change of Responsibility

  • Defense.gov
  • Aug. 22, 2019 | 01:11:50

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John M. Richardson relinquishes command to Navy Adm. Michael M. Gilday during a change of office and retirement ceremony in Washington, Aug. 22, 2019. Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer presides.