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    VMFA-121 change of command [Image 3 of 10]

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    A U.S. Marine Corps change of command ceremony is taking place on a flight line or tarmac. Two senior Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are exchanging a red unit guidon/colors, which is the central ritual of a change of command. Military aircraft, likely F-35s or similar jets, are visible in the background along with formation of Marines at attention.

    MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, YAMAGUCHI, JAPAN

    03.03.2017

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Farbo  

    Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni

    U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Richard M. Rusnok Jr., oncoming commanding officer of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121, receives the VMFA-121 guidon from Lt. Col. J.T. Bardo, outgoing commanding officer of VMFA-121, on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, March 3, 2017. The passing of the guidon is a Marine Corps tradition signifying the passing on of the commanding officer billet. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob A. Farbo)

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    Date Taken: 03.03.2017
    Date Posted: 03.04.2017 06:52
    Photo ID: 3204385
    VIRIN: 170303-M-HD015-0028
    Resolution: 3840x5760
    Size: 12.31 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, YAMAGUCHI, JP
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    A military ceremony or parade is taking place on an airfield tarmac, with personnel marching in formation against a backdrop of aircraft hangars and parked military jets. The scene is captured in strong backlight with the sun creating a hazy silhouette effect across the entire composition. A ceremonial flag or guidon on a pole is visible in the foreground right.
    A military change of command ceremony is taking place on an aircraft flight line, with two Marine Corps officers exchanging a unit guidon (flag). The red flag bears the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem of the United States Marine Corps, with multiple battle streamers attached at the top. Military jet aircraft, consistent with F-35B fighters, are visible in the background.
    A U.S. Marine Corps change of command ceremony is taking place on a flight line or tarmac. Two senior Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are exchanging a red unit guidon/colors, which is the central ritual of a change of command. Military aircraft, likely F-35s or similar jets, are visible in the background along with formation of Marines at attention.
    A U.S. Marine in digital camouflage (MARPAT) uniform is rendering a salute on an aircraft flight line during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. Two F-35 fighter jets are visible in the background flanking the formation, along with the U.S. national flag and a red-and-gold Marine Corps unit guidon. Several other Marines are standing at attention or saluting in formation.
    A military ceremony is taking place on an airfield tarmac, likely a change of command or award ceremony involving U.S. Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms. A color guard holds the U.S. flag and what appears to be a unit guidon, while two personnel on the right appear to be exchanging or presenting an item. The background shows aircraft hangars with dome-style shelters, a control tower, and at least one military aircraft.
    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are lined up on an airfield tarmac between two stealth fighter jets, likely F-35s. Behind them are multiple large arched aircraft hangars. The scene appears to be a formal group photo or ceremonial gathering at a military air base.
    A U.S. Marine Corps officer addresses personnel during a formal ceremony on an airfield tarmac. The speaker holds a microphone and stands in front of a color guard bearing the U.S. flag and a unit guidon, with multiple Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms standing at attention. Two F-35 fighter jets are visible in the background, flanking the formation.
    A U.S. Marines military ceremony is taking place, likely a change of command or official event, with uniformed Marines, civilian dignitaries, and families seated in rows. A Marine in camouflage uniform is leaning down to interact with a young child and a woman, possibly a family member, who are seated among the attendees. A 'MARINES' sign is visible on the building in the background.
    A formation of U.S. Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms marches in disciplined ranks on what appears to be a military airfield tarmac. Color bearers carry the American flag and what appears to be a U.S. Marine Corps unit guidon. The scene suggests a formal military ceremony or parade, likely a change of command, activation, or similar official event.
    A U.S. Marine Corps color guard is conducting a formal parade or ceremony on what appears to be a military airfield tarmac. Four Marines march in formation carrying the U.S. national flag and a Marine Corps unit guidon, with additional Marines in formation behind them. The unit guidon partially reads 'Marine Attack Squ[adron]', indicating this is likely a USMC aviation unit ceremony.

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