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    702nd Munitions Support Squadron welcomes new commander [Image 4 of 6]

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    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.

    RHEINLAND-PFALZ, GERMANY

    06.22.2026

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan Bratton 

    AFN Spangdahlem

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michael B. Hampton, incoming 702nd Munitions Support Squadron commander, assumes command during a change of command ceremony at Büchel Air Base, Germany, June 23, 2026. Change of command ceremonies allow service members to become familiar with their new commanders, preserving order and discipline. (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 09:33
    Photo ID: 9769579
    VIRIN: 260623-F-HX870-6440
    Resolution: 8205x5470
    Size: 4.54 MB
    Location: RHEINLAND-PFALZ, DE
    Web Views: 16
    Downloads: 1

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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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