Adm. Thomas B. Fargo’s first overseas visit was to Japan, shortly after assuming command of the U.S. Pacific Command. Gen. Shoji Takegouchi, Chairman of the Joint Staff Council, escorts him during an honor guard review at the Japan Defense Agency on 15 May 2002.
Japan Defense Agency Photo

Adm. Thomas B. Fargo speaks at the change of command ceremony upon becoming the 20th Commander, U. S. Pacific Command (USPACOM). Seated in the rear are Deputy Secretary of Defense Paul D. Wolfowitz and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Richard B. Meyers.
Photo by TSgt. Paul Holcomb, USAF