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    A U.S. Army military ceremony is taking place outdoors, with a soldier in Army Service Uniform (dress blues) rendering a salute to another soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform). Multiple personnel are visible in the background along with U.S. and unit flags. The setting and uniforms suggest a formal commissioning, promotion, or awards ceremony.

    JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES

    07.17.2012

    Photo by Sgt. Austan Owen 

    5th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment   

    Second Lt. James Sturges receives his first salute as an Army officer during the Warrior Forge graduation ceremony on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, July 17. Sturges, a Littleton, Colo., native was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Army during the ceremony. An ROTC cadet from University of Colorado, Boulder, Sturges finished second in his regiment of approximately 450 cadets to earn his status as honor graduate. He plans to attend Infantry Basic Officer Leader Course and Ranger School later this year.

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    Date Taken: 07.17.2012
    Date Posted: 07.20.2012 17:07
    Photo ID: 629360
    VIRIN: 120717-A-9054O-103
    Resolution: 2400x1582
    Size: 3.2 MB
    Location: JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WASHINGTON, US
    Hometown: LITTLETON, COLORADO, US
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    A U.S. Army military ceremony is taking place on a grass field, with one soldier in dress blues rendering a salute while surrounded by others in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) camouflage. The central figure appears to be receiving recognition or being commissioned, as indicated by the formal dress uniform and the ceremonial context. Several soldiers of varying ranks are present, including at least two wearing black berets.
    A formal U.S. Army commissioning or oath-of-office ceremony taking place on a grass field. Multiple soldiers in dress blue uniforms are raising their right hands, indicating they are taking an oath. A formation of soldiers in combat uniforms stands in the background alongside military color guard flags.
    A military commissioning or oath-of-office ceremony is taking place outdoors, with uniformed personnel raising their right hands to take an oath. At least three individuals in dark dress uniforms are visible in the foreground, with a large formation of soldiers in camouflage uniforms visible in the background. Multiple flags, including the American flag, are displayed behind the participants.
    A U.S. Army military ceremony is taking place outdoors, with a soldier in Army Service Uniform (dress blues) rendering a salute to another soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform). Multiple personnel are visible in the background along with U.S. and unit flags. The setting and uniforms suggest a formal commissioning, promotion, or awards ceremony.
    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors on a grass field, likely at a U.S. Army installation. Soldiers in both dress blues and Army Combat Uniforms (ACUs) are standing in formation, with several appearing to salute or adjust their berets. Civilians and additional military personnel are visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army officer in dress blues is interacting with a soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) who is rendering a salute during what appears to be an outdoor military ceremony or formation. The officer wearing a black beret and chaplain's cross insignia appears to be presenting or acknowledging the saluting soldier. A large group of soldiers in ACUs are assembled in the background on a grassy field.

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