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    A senior military officer in USMC MARPAT desert camouflage uniform is addressing a formation of Marines inside what appears to be an aircraft hangar. He is holding a trophy or award with an eagle on top, suggesting a recognition or awards ceremony. The assembled Marines are standing at ease, listening attentively.

    OKINAWA, JAPAN

    05.23.2012

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa N. Gunton 

    III Marine Expeditionary Force   

    Maj. Gen. William G. Beydler presents Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron
    262 with the 2011 Edward C. Dyer award for most outstanding Marine medium helicopter squadron in Marine aviation and the 2011 Pete Ross safety award for compiling the best safety record of any Marine aviation unit over the past year during an awards ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma May 23. Beydler is the commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. HMM-262 is a part of Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st MAW, III MEF.

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    Date Taken: 05.23.2012
    Date Posted: 06.01.2012 03:31
    Photo ID: 591919
    VIRIN: 120524-M-UY849-034
    Resolution: 4368x2912
    Size: 11.68 MB
    Location: OKINAWA, JP
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