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Rear Adm. Erin Acosta, commander, Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command, welcomes attendees to the 50th Anniversary of Navy on Stennis ceremony on April 7, 2026. She spoke of the profound impact of modern naval warfare, highlighting how environmental intelligence is woven into every facet of operations. Naval Oceanography is a global force of approximately 2,900 military and civilian personnel. These dedicated professionals collect, process, and exploit environmental information from the seabed to the stars, enabling the Fleet and Joint Force to operate with confidence and precision across all domains - from the seabed to the stars.