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    Nebraska training institute commandant transitions following historic command [Image 6 of 11]

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    A military change of command or guidon ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a large indoor facility. Two soldiers are in the process of transferring a unit guidon (flag on a staff with a spear-tip finial), while two other soldiers stand at attention observing. All personnel are wearing U.S. Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms with American flag patches and unit insignia.

    ASHLAND, NEBRASKA, UNITED STATES

    04.26.2022

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Lisa Crawford 

    Joint Force Headquarters - Nebraska National Guard

    1st Sgt. Andrew Siemek accepts a ceremonial halberd from Col. Thaddeus Fineran, 209th Regiment commander, during a change of command ceremony at Camp Ashland, Nebraska, Apr. 26, 2022. Siemek officially assumed the commandant position and responsibilities from Command Sgt. Maj. Dean Reicks, who served as the commandant for the Noncommissioned Officer Academy, 1st Battalion, 209th Regiment, Regional Training Institute for three years. During his tenure, Reicks executed more than 30 Army Basic Leader Course classes and graduated more than 5,500 total force noncommissioned officers from across 22 states, 21 Army Reserve commands and six active-duty stations. Siemek, deputy commandant, 1-209th RTI, will serve as the interim commandant through Fall 2022. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Lisa Crawford)

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    Date Taken: 04.26.2022
    Date Posted: 04.29.2022 07:54
    Photo ID: 7166761
    VIRIN: 220426-Z-QR920-0101
    Resolution: 3197x4795
    Size: 11.67 MB
    Location: ASHLAND, NEBRASKA, US
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    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms stand at attention during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. They are positioned in front of multiple flags including the U.S. national flag and what appears to be a state or organizational flag. An audience of uniformed personnel is visible in the foreground, viewed from behind.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniforms are standing at salute with their backs to the camera during a formal ceremony. Two flags are prominently displayed: the U.S. national flag and what appears to be a blue organizational or state seal flag. The setting appears to be an indoor military ceremony or official function.
    A military ceremony is taking place inside a large indoor facility, likely a hangar or armory. Two soldiers in the foreground are engaged in a guidon (unit flag on a staff) transfer ceremony, while a formation of soldiers in Army Combat Uniforms (ACUs) stands at attention observing. This appears to be a change of command or activation/deactivation ceremony.
    A U.S. Army military ceremony is taking place inside an indoor facility, likely a hangar or drill hall. A senior soldier is holding a flag staff with an American flag during what appears to be a change of command or activation/deactivation ceremony. Multiple soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are participating in the formal event.
    A military ceremony is taking place indoors, likely a change of command or unit activation ceremony. Two soldiers are exchanging a guidon (unit flag on a staff), which is a traditional military ritual symbolizing transfer of authority or responsibility. Several other uniformed soldiers are present as witnesses, with an American flag and what appears to be a state flag visible in the background.
    A military change of command or guidon ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a large indoor facility. Two soldiers are in the process of transferring a unit guidon (flag on a staff with a spear-tip finial), while two other soldiers stand at attention observing. All personnel are wearing U.S. Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms with American flag patches and unit insignia.
    A U.S. Army change of command ceremony is taking place indoors, likely at a National Guard or Reserve facility. Two soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are transferring a guidon staff, which is the central symbolic act of a change of command. A senior soldier observes in the background, and both a U.S. flag and a state flag (appearing to be Nebraska) are visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army senior non-commissioned officer named Reicks is speaking at a wooden podium, gesturing with his right hand. He is wearing the Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform with visible rank insignia consistent with a Sergeant Major or Command Sergeant Major. The setting appears to be an indoor military facility or briefing room.
    A U.S. Army soldier named Reicks, wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform, stands at a podium delivering a presentation or speech. He is holding up a decorative wooden sign with an inspirational quote about personal responsibility and the quality of one's life. The setting appears to be an indoor briefing room or meeting hall.
    A U.S. Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is speaking at a wooden podium during what appears to be an official military ceremony or briefing. The soldier, whose name tape reads 'REICKS,' is gesturing with his right hand while addressing an audience. A U.S. flag on a gold-fringed pole stands to the right of the podium.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms pose for a formal photo during what appears to be a military ceremony. The center soldier holds a framed NCOA (Noncommissioned Officer Academy) guidon flag presentation. The setting includes state and military flags in the background, suggesting an official recognition or award event.

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