NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (June 17, 2016) -- Sideboys stand at attention as Senior Chief Machinist's Mate (Nuclear) Wayne Gleason, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), enters the ship's forecastle for his retirement ceremony. Gleason retired after 26 years of service and served as Reactor department's station officer. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kristopher Ruiz/Released)

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