Side boys salute Capt Bret Batchelder during the arrival of the official party during the change of command ceremony held aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) pier-side in Yokosuka, Japan. Capt. Paul O. Monger relieved Capt. Michael C. Manazir as Commanding Officer. Nimitz and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 11 are currently deployed to promote peace, regional cooperation and stability in the Western-Pacific region. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class John Philip Wagner, Jr/Released) USS Nimitz action 090824-N-TP834-009

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