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    702nd Munitions Support Squadron welcomes new commander [Image 3 of 6]

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    Two U.S. Air Force personnel in MultiCam/OCP uniforms are participating in a military guidon transfer ceremony, likely a change of command or activation event. The ceremony is taking place inside or at the entrance of an aircraft hangar, with a military jet and flags visible in the background. A third service member is visible at a podium in the background, suggesting a formal officiated ceremony.

    RHEINLAND-PFALZ, GERMANY

    06.22.2026

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan Bratton 

    AFN Spangdahlem

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kevin B. Smyth, outgoing 702nd Munitions Support Squadron commander, relinquishes command during a change of command ceremony at Büchel Air Base, Germany, June 23, 2026. The change of command ceremony was presided over by U.S. Air Force Col. Robert M. Kochan, 52nd Munitions Maintenance Group commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan Bratton)

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    Date Taken: 06.22.2026
    Date Posted: 06.26.2026 09:40
    Photo ID: 9769574
    VIRIN: 260623-F-HX870-5274
    Resolution: 8256x5504
    Size: 3.94 MB
    Location: RHEINLAND-PFALZ, DE
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    A military ceremony taking place inside what appears to be a hangar or large indoor facility. A soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is presenting a gift bag to a seated family group, including women and children dressed in civilian attire. A formation of uniformed military personnel stands in the background observing the event.
    A military ceremony is taking place inside an aircraft hangar, with both German and American flags prominently displayed overhead. A woman in a floral dress is playing violin at a microphone stand while honor guard members stand at attention holding rifles and ceremonial flags. Military personnel in uniform are positioned throughout the hangar, with a fighter jet visible on the tarmac outside.
    Two U.S. Air Force personnel in MultiCam/OCP uniforms are participating in a military guidon transfer ceremony, likely a change of command or activation event. The ceremony is taking place inside or at the entrance of an aircraft hangar, with a military jet and flags visible in the background. A third service member is visible at a podium in the background, suggesting a formal officiated ceremony.
    A military change of command ceremony is taking place inside an aircraft hangar. Two uniformed soldiers are exchanging a unit guidon (flag on a staff), which is the central ritual of a change of command ceremony. The setting includes military personnel in formation, flags, a podium, and a jet aircraft visible in the background outside the hangar.
    Two U.S. Air Force personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are shaking hands during a formal military awards ceremony. The individual on the right is receiving a framed certificate from 'The United States of America' along with a medal pinned to his chest. The ceremony appears to be held in an aircraft hangar with a military jet visible in the background.
    Two military personnel, one in German Air Force flight suit and one in U.S. Air Force multicam uniform, pose together holding a wooden commemorative plaque or award. The ceremony appears to take place on a flight line or tarmac, with a German flag and military aircraft visible in the background. This appears to be a formal recognition or exchange ceremony between German and U.S. Air Force personnel.

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