America's Battalion takes over Lava Dogs' area of operations in Helmand [Image 7 of 8]

HELMAND PROVINCE, IRAQ

06.06.2010

Photo by Sgt. Mark Fayloga 

I Marine Expeditionary Force

Col. Randall P. Newman, commanding officer, Regimental Combat Team 7, addresses the crowd at a transfer of authority ceremony at Forward Operating Base Geronimo where 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, took over 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment's area of operations, June 6. "To Lt. Col. [Matt] Baker and the team of 1/3, it's been a true honor to watch you work," Newman said. "It's not without a great amount of effort, sacrifice, and blood, sweat and tears that progress is made in a fight like this. I appreciate every bit of what you guys have put forward."

• Date Taken: 06.06.2010
• Date Posted: 06.11.2010 04:49
• Photo ID: 288580
• VIRIN: 100606-M-1558F-094
• Resolution: 1954x3040
• Size: 4.37 MB
• Location: HELMAND PROVINCE, IQ