Photo By Cpl. Scott L. Tomaszycki | Brig. Gen. Jon M. Davis, new commanding general of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, addresses...... read more read more
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MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. - Maj. Gen. James F. Flock relinquished his command of the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing to Brig. Gen. Jon M. Davis Friday, July 30, making Davis the 53rd commanding general of the 2nd MAW.
After 35 years of service, Flock is retiring to his residence in Milwaukee, Wis.
The ceremony featured a marching formation of more than 800 Marines. Behind the formation was a static display of every type of aircraft flown by 2nd MAW Marines. The crowd filled almost every seat with many people standing, for a total of more than 600 guests.
After a salute from a 105 mm howitzer artillery detail, Flock acknowledged his Marines for supporting the mission and gave them credit for all they do every day. He went on to list the accomplishments of the 2nd MAW squadrons, to include successfully supporting three Marine expeditionary units, and operations in Iraq, Afghanistan and Haiti all at the same time.
Flock explained that he owes the Marines of 2nd MAW a debt of gratitude. He ended his statements with a comment specifically for the incoming general.
“Jon, I promise you you’re getting the best wing in the Marine Corps,” said Flock.
Following Flock’s remarks, Davis expressed his feelings about taking command of 2nd MAW. Cherry Point was Davis’ first duty station, and Marine Attack Squadron 231 was his first unit.
First he thanked his family for taking the time to be there, and then he turned to Flock for words of gratitude.
“You’ve been an example for me for many, many years,” Davis said to Flock.
Davis then turned to the parade formation and said, “I’m humbled, I’m ready, and I’m honored to be your commander.”
| Date Taken: | 07.30.2010 |
| Date Posted: | 08.05.2010 14:49 |
| Story ID: | 54017 |
| Location: | MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, NC, US |
| Web Views: | 528 |
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