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    Six-year legacy of Marine Corps regiments in Iraq followed by an Army brigade [Image 2 of 5]

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    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT desert camouflage uniforms are performing a military colors ceremony, appearing to case or uncase a unit guidon or colors with red and yellow fringe on a wooden staff. Several other military personnel are visible in the background, including individuals in desert tri-color camouflage uniforms consistent with Iraqi military dress. The ceremony appears to be taking place inside a large building or hangar.

    RAMADI, IRAQ

    09.26.2009

    Photo by Cpl. Megan Murray 

    II Marine Expeditionary Force   

    Regimental Combat Team 8, commanded by Col. John K. Love, and RCT-6, commanded by Col. Matthew A. Lopez, the last two remaining Marine Corps regiments to deploy in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, transferred authority of the areas of operation to the 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team of the 82nd Airborne Advisory and Assistance Brigade, commanded by Col. Mark R. Stammer, aboard Camp Ramadi, Iraq, Sept. 26.

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    Date Taken: 09.26.2009
    Date Posted: 10.01.2009 09:42
    Photo ID: 208097
    VIRIN: 090926-M-1740M-002
    Resolution: 3150x2400
    Size: 1.06 MB
    Location: RAMADI, IQ
    Web Views: 159
    Downloads: 9

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    Two U.S. Marines in desert MARPAT camouflage uniforms are handling multiple flagstaffs during what appears to be a military colors ceremony. The prominent red flag visible belongs to the Sixth Marine Regiment, identifiable by its text and Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem. The event appears to be taking place indoors at a formal military ceremony, with multiple national and unit flags displayed in the background.
    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT desert camouflage uniforms are performing a military colors ceremony, appearing to case or uncase a unit guidon or colors with red and yellow fringe on a wooden staff. Several other military personnel are visible in the background, including individuals in desert tri-color camouflage uniforms consistent with Iraqi military dress. The ceremony appears to be taking place inside a large building or hangar.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) are participating in a military colors ceremony, likely a change of command or casing/uncasing of colors. The soldier on the left, identified by his name tape as 'HAMMER' and wearing a Colonel's eagle insignia, is holding a guidon staff. A unit streamer reading '504th Infantry' is visible on the flag, along with campaign streamers including one labeled 'SICILY'.
    Two U.S. Marines in desert MARPAT camouflage uniforms are handling a red Marine Corps unit colors (flag/guidon) with gold fringe, likely during a change of command or casing/uncasing ceremony. The flag displays the word 'MARINES' and features the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem on a red field. Additional military personnel and a streamer-adorned flagstaff are visible in the background.
    A formal ceremony showing a mixed group of military personnel and civilian dignitaries standing in a row with heads bowed, suggesting a moment of prayer or silence. The group includes U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) pattern, Marines in MARPAT desert camouflage, and individuals in traditional Arab Gulf attire (thobe and keffiyeh). The setting appears to be an indoor venue such as a hangar or large hall.

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