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    Marine Det graduates last LAAD class at Bliss, deactivates [Image 1 of 11]

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    A large group of military personnel, appearing to be U.S. Marines based on their distinctive MARPAT (digital camouflage) uniforms, are posed for a formal group photograph. The group is arranged in two rows — one kneeling in front and one standing behind — inside what appears to be a large indoor hall or auditorium with gold/tan curtains in the background. One individual in the center is wearing a black shirt, possibly indicating a different role or rank.

    FORT BLISS, TEXAS, UNITED STATES

    06.29.2012

    Photo by Sgt. Barry St. Clair 

    24th Theater Public Affairs Support Element

    Marine Detachment staff of the Low Altitude Air Defense school, bookend the last class to graduate at Fort Bliss, Texas, June 29, 2012. Class 3-12 concludes more than 50 years of Marine training on Fort Bliss. At the conclusion of the graduation ceremony, the colors were cased today, in preparation for Marine Detachment’s transfer to Twentynine Palms, Calif. Marine base July 31, 2012. In the middle of the class formation is former Marine Detachment commander Michael A. Hunter, Lt. Col. USMC (Ret).

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    Date Taken: 06.29.2012
    Date Posted: 06.30.2012 00:16
    Photo ID: 615639
    VIRIN: 120629-A-9318A-001
    Resolution: 2886x1038
    Size: 1.91 MB
    Location: FORT BLISS, TEXAS, US
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    A large group of military personnel, appearing to be U.S. Marines based on their distinctive MARPAT (digital camouflage) uniforms, are posed for a formal group photograph. The group is arranged in two rows — one kneeling in front and one standing behind — inside what appears to be a large indoor hall or auditorium with gold/tan curtains in the background. One individual in the center is wearing a black shirt, possibly indicating a different role or rank.
    A U.S. Marine in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform stands at a wooden podium delivering a speech or address. The name tape on his uniform reads 'SMITH' and the right chest tape reads 'U.S. MARINES'. He is positioned in front of draped curtains in beige and red, with a microphone on a stand in front of him.
    A U.S. Marine in desert MARPAT (MCCUU) camouflage uniform is standing at a wooden podium delivering a speech or address. The name tape reads 'SMITH' and the right chest tape reads 'U.S. MARINES'. A rank insignia is visible on the collar, and a microphone on a stand is positioned in front of him.
    A U.S. Marine in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform is holding a microphone and speaking at what appears to be an official military event or ceremony. The name tape on his uniform reads 'CAMERON' and the branch tape reads 'MARINES'. Two flags are visible in the background — the U.S. flag and what appears to be a Marine Corps flag.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place on a stage, likely a change of command or unit activation/deactivation ceremony. Two Marines in the center are handling what appears to be a unit guidon or colors, with one unfurling or casing the flag. Additional Marines in formation and an American flag are visible in the background.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place indoors, likely on a stage or auditorium floor, where U.S. Marines in desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniforms are folding an American flag. Two central figures are actively folding the flag while others stand at attention, some holding rifles. An audience is visible in the foreground observing the ceremony.
    A group of military personnel in digital camouflage uniforms are standing at attention in rows inside what appears to be an auditorium or assembly hall. The individuals are uniformly dressed in what appears to be MARPAT (Marine Pattern) camouflage uniforms, suggesting they are U.S. Marines. They are arranged in a formal formation facing the same direction with rows of auditorium seating visible around them.
    Four men stand on a stage during what appears to be a military ceremony or formal event. Three of the individuals are wearing U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT desert camouflage uniforms, while one older man on the left wears a distinctive red blazer with a Marine Corps cover (cap) and a medal, suggesting he is a veteran or member of a Marine Corps League organization. Folding chairs are arranged behind them on the stage, indicating a formal presentation or award ceremony.
    A formal group photograph of approximately 25 military personnel, predominantly wearing desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniforms consistent with U.S. Marines. The group is arranged in two rows — one standing and one kneeling — in front of olive/tan curtains in what appears to be an indoor auditorium or assembly hall. One individual in the center back row is wearing a black polo shirt, likely indicating a different role such as a civilian instructor or senior staff member.
    Four men stand with heads bowed in what appears to be a moment of prayer or reflection at a formal military ceremony. Two of the men are wearing U.S. Marine Corps desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniforms, one is wearing a black shirt with khaki trousers, and one is wearing a red blazer with black trousers. The setting appears to be an indoor venue with beige curtain backdrop.
    A bald male individual wearing a US Marine Corps MARPAT desert camouflage uniform is speaking into a handheld microphone. He appears to be delivering a speech or briefing in an indoor setting with curtains and a light-colored wall visible in the background. A name tape is partially visible on his uniform chest area.

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