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    U.S. Marines with 12th LCT Participate in Change of Command Ceremony [Image 7 of 8]

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    A military awards ceremony is taking place in an indoor setting, where a Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) officer is pinning a decoration onto a U.S. Marine Corps officer. The Marine is holding a framed certificate or commendation document with visible text and an official seal. The flags of both the United States and Japan are visible in the background, indicating a bilateral military event.

    CAMP HANSEN, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    06.14.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Cara Castaneda 

    3d Marine Division     

    U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Kurt P. James, right, outgoing commanding officer of Medium-Range Missile Battery, 12th Littoral Combat Team, 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, is pinned the JGSDF Meritorious Service Medal by Col. Kanamaru, commanding officer of 7th Surface-to-Ship Missile Regiment, 2 Fire Artillery Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, following a change of command ceremony on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 15, 2026. James, native of Illinois, is awarded the JGSDF Meritorious Service Medal for his outstanding efforts during his time as commanding officer of Medium Range Missile Battery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cara Castaneda)

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    Date Taken: 06.14.2026
    Date Posted: 06.24.2026 00:19
    Photo ID: 9766497
    VIRIN: 260615-M-KK895-1175
    Resolution: 6359x4769
    Size: 10.51 MB
    Location: CAMP HANSEN, OKINAWA, JP
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    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or similar official event. The setting appears to be an indoor ceremonial hall decorated with framed black-and-white photographs, a bronze sculpture, and multiple flags including the U.S. flag, Japanese flag, and Marine Corps flags. One Marine faces the camera at attention while the other stands with their back to the camera holding a unit guidon.
    Three military personnel in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms are participating in what appears to be a formal guidon transfer ceremony, likely a change of command or activation/deactivation event. Two Marines are jointly holding a red guidon staff bearing the number '12' in yellow lettering, while a third Marine observes from the right foreground. The ceremony is taking place indoors in what appears to be a formal venue such as a hotel ballroom or conference facility.
    A bald male U.S. Marine in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform stands in what appears to be a conference or briefing room. He has his hands clasped in front of him and is smiling slightly, suggesting he may be speaking or presenting to an audience. The setting appears to be an indoor military or official venue.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place indoors, featuring personnel in two distinct uniforms — Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) camouflage and U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT digital camouflage. A senior officer is reading from a wooden-framed document, suggesting an award presentation or official recognition ceremony. The setting is flanked by the U.S. flag and the Japanese national flag (Hinomaru), indicating a bilateral military event.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are engaged in a formal ceremony, with one individual presenting a framed document or certificate to the other. The Japanese national flag is visible in the background, suggesting a bilateral military exchange or award ceremony. The setting appears to be an indoor official venue.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place between personnel wearing two distinct camouflage uniforms — Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) pattern and U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT. A central exchange of a document or certificate is occurring between two senior personnel, while other uniformed individuals stand in formation nearby. A placard reading 'UNCOMMON VALOR' is visible on the table in the background.
    A military awards ceremony is taking place in an indoor setting, where a Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) officer is pinning a decoration onto a U.S. Marine Corps officer. The Marine is holding a framed certificate or commendation document with visible text and an official seal. The flags of both the United States and Japan are visible in the background, indicating a bilateral military event.
    Two military personnel are posing together holding a framed certificate or commendation document with both English and Japanese text. An American flag and Japanese flag are visible in the background, suggesting a bilateral military ceremony. The Marine on the right is wearing a medal, indicating this is an award or recognition ceremony.

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