As part of Fleet Week, and with the 9/11 Memorial serving as a poignant backdrop, a group of brave men and women from the Navy and Coast Guard re-enlisted and another group from the same services received promotions.
Adm. Christopher W. Grady, Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, presided over the ceremony.
Re-enlistment ceremonies celebrate service members' renewed commitment to uniformed military service.
The re-enlistees agree to additional years of service.
Promotees gain a promotion in rank, which includes increased responsibility and pay and an extended service requirement.
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