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    15th MEU change of command, relief and appointment [Image 3 of 11]

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    Three U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or unit activation. A central Marine is holding a red unit guidon or colors with gold fringe, while the Marine on the right renders a salute. Name tapes visible include 'HOLTERMANN' on the left Marine.

    CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    06.21.2018

    Photo by Capt. Maida Zheng 

    15th Marine Expeditionary Unit

    U.S. Marine Corps Col. Joseph R. Clearfield, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, outgoing commanding officer, passes the colors to Col. Jay M. Holtermann, incoming commanding officer, during their change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2018. A change of command is a military tradition that represents a formal transfer of authority one commanding officer to another.

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    Date Taken: 06.21.2018
    Date Posted: 06.21.2018 20:10
    Photo ID: 4504002
    VIRIN: 180621-M-QG131-460
    Resolution: 5376x3840
    Size: 10.41 MB
    Location: CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, US
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    A U.S. Navy chaplain in Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniform is speaking at a podium during what appears to be a military ceremony. He is wearing a cross insignia indicating his chaplain status, along with additional qualification badges. The event is taking place outdoors under a red canopy with other military personnel visible in the background.
    A U.S. Marine in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniform carries a red guidon for what appears to be the 'Eleventh Expeditionary Unit' (11th MEU) during a formal military ceremony. The flag bears the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem of the United States Marine Corps with gold fringe and multiple battle streamers at the top. The ceremony takes place on a parade deck with formations of Marines standing at attention in the background, palm trees visible, suggesting a Southern California military installation.
    Three U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or unit activation. A central Marine is holding a red unit guidon or colors with gold fringe, while the Marine on the right renders a salute. Name tapes visible include 'HOLTERMANN' on the left Marine.
    A military ceremony or event where personnel in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms are seated alongside civilian attendees. A woman in civilian dress is prominently holding a colorful bouquet of flowers, suggesting she is being honored or recognized. The atmosphere appears celebratory and positive, with multiple attendees smiling.
    A U.S. Marine Corps officer in MARPAT woodland digital camouflage uniform is speaking into a handheld microphone at an outdoor event. He appears to be addressing an audience, possibly at a military ceremony or briefing. The background shows palm trees and military-style buildings, suggesting a warm-climate installation.
    Two U.S. Marine Corps personnel in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are engaged in a formal military ceremony, exchanging what appears to be a guidon staff or ceremonial baton. The exchange of a staff or colors is a traditional element of a change of command or relief and appointment ceremony. Both individuals are facing each other and gripping the object simultaneously, indicating a formal transfer of authority.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is speaking into a microphone while referencing notes on a small card or device. The individual's name tape reads 'CAMPBELL' and the branch tape reads 'U.S. MARINES'. The setting appears to be an outdoor military ceremony or formation event.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT woodland digital camouflage uniform is speaking into a handheld microphone at an outdoor event. His name tape reads 'MANGRUM' and the branch tape reads 'U.S. MARINES'. The background shows palm trees and a building, suggesting a coastal military installation.
    A U.S. Marine Corps color guard is participating in a formal military ceremony, carrying multiple flags including the American flag and the guidon of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU). The Marines are dressed in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms and are marching in formation on a parade deck. The setting appears to be a military installation, likely Camp Pendleton, California, based on the palm trees and coastal architecture.
    Three military personnel in USMC MARPAT woodland camouflage uniforms are engaged in a formal saluting exchange on a paved parade deck or parking area. The central figure holds a ceremonial baton with a gold tip, suggesting a change of command or formal military ceremony. Two of the three individuals are actively rendering salutes.
    A U.S. Marine in dress blues uniform is presenting a bouquet of flowers to a seated civilian woman at what appears to be a military ceremony or graduation event. Multiple Marines in both dress blues and camouflage uniforms are visible, along with civilian attendees seated under a tent canopy. The setting appears to be an outdoor military base ceremony.

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