040226-N-2383B-059 Washington, , (Feb. 26, 2003) – Vice Adm. Chris Ritchie, Chief of Navy, Royal Australian Navy is congratulated by Adm. Vern Clark, Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) after receiving the Legion of Merit at a full honor ceremony conducted at the Washington Navy Yard's Navy Museum. Navy photo by Chief Photographer's Mate Johnny Bivera (RELEASED) Vice Admiral Chris Ritchie RAN

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