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    III MEF bids farewell to Nicholson, welcomes Smith as new commanding general [Image 10 of 10]

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    A military officer in camouflage uniform is conducting a nighttime press briefing outdoors on a grass field, surrounded by numerous journalists and camera operators. A civilian woman in a gray suit stands beside him, appearing to serve as an interpreter or aide. The scene is illuminated by artificial lighting equipment brought by the media crew.

    OKINAWA, JAPAN

    08.02.2018

    Photo by Sgt. Matthew Bragg 

    III Marine Expeditionary Force   

    Lt. Gen. Eric M. Smith (center) answers questions during a press conference after a III Marine Expeditionary Force change of command ceremony, Aug. 2, 2018, at the parade deck abaord Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan. Smith, who arrived from 1st Marine Division where he served as the commanding general, assumed his new duties as the III MEF commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Matthew J. Bragg)

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    Date Taken: 08.02.2018
    Date Posted: 08.02.2018 10:45
    Photo ID: 4609869
    VIRIN: 180802-M-DP650-0641
    Resolution: 3500x2333
    Size: 8.23 MB
    Location: OKINAWA, JP
    Web Views: 201
    Downloads: 12

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    A Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) special event is taking place at an outdoor venue, likely on a military base, during dusk or early evening. Personnel in Marine Corps camouflage uniforms and some civilians are gathered under blue MCCS-branded tents. A red Marine Corps general officer flag with gold stars is prominently displayed on a flagpole in the foreground.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place on a parade field, featuring a color guard presenting three flags: the III Marine Expeditionary Force guidon, the United States flag, and the Japanese national flag. Uniformed Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage are standing in formation while an officer renders a salute. The setting appears to be a military installation in Japan, likely Okinawa, given the presence of the Japanese flag and lush green terrain.
    Two senior military personnel in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms are engaged in a formal guidon or colors transfer ceremony, grasping a flagstaff bearing a burgundy/maroon flag with gold fringe. This type of ceremony typically represents a change of command or unit activation/deactivation. Additional uniformed personnel are visible in the background, suggesting a formal parade or ceremony formation.
    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are engaged in a close face-to-face interaction, likely during a formal military ceremony or event. The Marine facing the camera appears to be a senior officer, visible by his age and bearing. The setting appears to be an outdoor venue at night with a blurred crowd in the background.
    A senior military officer in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniform is speaking into a microphone at what appears to be an outdoor military formation or ceremony. He is addressing a large group of uniformed personnel visible in the blurred background. The setting appears to be an evening or low-light outdoor event on a military installation.
    Two military personnel in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms are embracing during what appears to be a formal military ceremony held at night. One individual is holding a microphone, suggesting a speech or presentation had just occurred. A formation of troops is visible in the background on a lit field.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is speaking or addressing a formation at an outdoor military ceremony during nighttime. He appears to be a senior officer or NCO, gesturing with his hands while speaking. Other uniformed personnel and what appear to be unit colors/flags are visible in the blurred background.
    Two military personnel in MARPAT (Marine pattern) digital camouflage uniforms are photographed from behind while rendering a salute during a formal ceremony. Multiple flags are visible in the background, including what appears to be a Japanese flag and a US flag, suggesting a joint military ceremony. The setting appears to be an outdoor parade field or ceremonial ground at dusk or night.
    A U.S. Marine in camouflage uniform is being interviewed by a group of journalists and media personnel at night on a grass field. Multiple reporters, photographers, and videographers surround the Marine, with professional lighting equipment illuminating the scene. Two security personnel are visible standing in the background near a building.
    A military officer in camouflage uniform is conducting a nighttime press briefing outdoors on a grass field, surrounded by numerous journalists and camera operators. A civilian woman in a gray suit stands beside him, appearing to serve as an interpreter or aide. The scene is illuminated by artificial lighting equipment brought by the media crew.

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