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    III Marine Expeditionary Force Commanding General Change of Command [Image 2 of 7]

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    A military change of command ceremony taking place at night, showing two Marines in camouflage uniforms exchanging a unit guidon (flag). The red flag bears partial text reading 'FORCE, FMF' consistent with a Fleet Marine Force unit colors. Formations of troops are visible in the background.

    CAMP COURTNEY, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    08.02.2018

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Harrison Rakhshani 

    III Marine Expeditionary Force   

    U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Lawrence D. Nicholson, the outgoing commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force, passes the III MEF battle colors to Lt. Gen. Eric M. Smith, the incoming commanding general Aug 2, 2018, at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan. The transfer of the III MEF battle colors is part of Marine Corps tradition signifying the change of command. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Harrison Rakhshani)

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    Date Taken: 08.02.2018
    Date Posted: 08.02.2018 10:45
    Photo ID: 4609843
    VIRIN: 180802-M-SQ016-144
    Resolution: 2251x3377
    Size: 869.16 KB
    Location: CAMP COURTNEY, OKINAWA, JP
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    A group of U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms stand with heads bowed in what appears to be a moment of prayer or reflection during a formal military ceremony. The foreground figure displays two stars on his collar, indicating the rank of Major General. The setting appears to be an outdoor event under a decorated canopy or tent.
    A military change of command ceremony taking place at night, showing two Marines in camouflage uniforms exchanging a unit guidon (flag). The red flag bears partial text reading 'FORCE, FMF' consistent with a Fleet Marine Force unit colors. Formations of troops are visible in the background.
    A senior military officer in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT digital camouflage uniform appears to be addressing troops during a nighttime formation or ceremony. The officer, wearing rank insignia consistent with a general officer (visible collar devices), stands in the foreground while formations of uniformed personnel are visible in the background. The setting appears to be a parade field or outdoor ceremonial ground.
    Two military personnel in MARPAT (Marine digital camouflage) uniforms are engaged in what appears to be a formal ceremony at night, possibly a promotion, award, or pinning ceremony. One individual faces the camera while the other has their back turned, and they appear to be in close physical contact consistent with a ceremonial exchange. A seated audience is visible in the background under a blue tent canopy.
    A U.S. Marine in digital camouflage (MARPAT) uniform is speaking into a microphone at an outdoor nighttime military ceremony or formation. Behind him, a color guard or formation of Marines can be seen holding flags, including what appears to be the American flag. The setting suggests a formal military event such as a change of command, promotion ceremony, or unit gathering.
    A military service member in digital camouflage uniform is photographed from behind rendering a salute during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. Multiple personnel and color guard members carrying flags are visible in the blurred background. The scene appears to take place outdoors at night or in low-light conditions.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place on a large grass parade field, featuring U.S. Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms. A color guard in the foreground holds multiple flags including the U.S. flag, a Japanese flag, and what appears to be a III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF) guidon. Hundreds of Marines are formed in ranks in the background, with additional unit colors/flags visible on the right flank.

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