U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Paul A. Forde, right, the depot sergeant major, speaks to family members before a relief and appointment ceremony on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Feb. 20, 2024. The passing of the sword of office is a symbolic gesture, symbolizing the passing of responsibility from one sergeant major to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noelia Vazquez)
| Date Taken: | 02.20.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 02.20.2026 15:01 |
| Photo ID: | 9529588 |
| VIRIN: | 260220-M-LW008-2086 |
| Resolution: | 5557x3853 |
| Size: | 2.66 MB |
| Location: | MCRD PARRIS ISLAND, SOUTH CAROLINA, US |
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