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    Three military personnel are participating in what appears to be a formal change of command ceremony on a parade field. A blue unit guidon or flag is being passed between individuals, which is a traditional military ceremony symbolizing transfer of command authority. The event takes place outdoors with buildings and trees visible in the background.

    AUSTIN, TEXAS, UNITED STATES

    08.18.2012

    Photo by Laura Lopez 

    Texas State Guard

    On Saturday, Aug. 18, 2012, Maj. Gen. Manuel "Tony" Rodriguez assumes command of the Texas State Guard from Maj. Gen. Raymond Peters at Camp Mabry in Austin, Texas. More than 2,200 men and women actively serve in the Texas State Guard, which is comprised of the Army, Air, Maritime and Medical components. (National Guard photo by CW2 Janet Schmelzer/Texas State Guard).

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    Date Taken: 08.18.2012
    Date Posted: 08.18.2012 15:59
    Photo ID: 647593
    VIRIN: 120812-A-ZB630-004
    Resolution: 4084x2672
    Size: 4.73 MB
    Location: AUSTIN, TEXAS, US
    Web Views: 100
    Downloads: 10

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    Three military personnel are participating in what appears to be a formal change of command ceremony on a parade field. A blue unit guidon or flag is being passed between individuals, which is a traditional military ceremony symbolizing transfer of command authority. The event takes place outdoors with buildings and trees visible in the background.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting a cannon salute ceremony on an open field, with multiple artillery pieces firing simultaneously and producing large clouds of white smoke. The scene appears to take place on or near a military installation, with a brick building and street infrastructure visible in the background. The heavy smoke from the cannon fire significantly obscures visibility across the field.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) camouflage are standing in a restored WWII-era M3 Half-Track vehicle marked 'HQ 18' on an open grassy field. The vehicle displays a white star insignia and two small Texas state flags, suggesting a ceremonial or commemorative military event. The setting appears to be a military installation, likely in Texas.
    A military change of command ceremony is taking place on a parade field, with two officers exchanging a unit guidon (flag). The flag features a blue field with a red and white star design, consistent with Texas military insignia. A third uniformed service member observes in the background, with military helicopters and buildings visible behind them.
    A military ceremony, likely a change of command or activation ceremony, is taking place on a parade field. Several uniformed personnel in Army ACU (Army Combat Uniform) and Air Force ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) patterns are participating in a guidon or flag transfer. The dark blue flag with a red and white design is being passed between individuals, which is a traditional element of military unit ceremonies.
    A senior military officer wearing a U.S. Army Combat Uniform (ACU) with Texas State Guard insignia is being interviewed, as indicated by a visible microphone in the foreground. His name tape reads 'PETERS' and he wears two-star rank insignia on his patrol cap, indicating the rank of Major General. The setting appears to be an outdoor military event with other uniformed and civilian personnel visible in the background.
    A smiling male military officer wearing US Army ACU (Army Combat Uniform) digital camouflage is photographed outdoors against a cloudy sky. His cap displays a single black star insignia, indicating the rank of Brigadier General. A name tape reading 'TEXAS STATE' is partially visible on his uniform chest.

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