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    Maj. Gen. Richardson assumes command of AFDW at Andrews [Image 1 of 7]

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    A formal U.S. Air Force military ceremony taking place inside what appears to be an aircraft hangar. Personnel in dress blue uniforms are executing a salute while a color guard stands at attention with ceremonial rifles. A red carpet is visible in the background, indicating an official or high-protocol event.

    JOINT BASE ANDREWS, MARYLAND, UNITED STATES

    06.23.2026

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Njuguna 

    316th Wing

    U.S. Air Force Capt. Rachel Smith, officer in charge of the USAF Honor Guard, escorts the official party during the Air Force District of Washington change of command ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, June 23, 2026. Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. John D. Lamontagne presided over the ceremony where Maj. Gen. Daniel DeVoe relinquished command to Maj. Gen. Neil R. Richardson. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Njuguna)

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    Date Taken: 06.23.2026
    Date Posted: 06.26.2026 11:14
    Photo ID: 9770802
    VIRIN: 260623-F-VR960-1055
    Resolution: 7449x4966
    Size: 10.62 MB
    Location: JOINT BASE ANDREWS, MARYLAND, US
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    Downloads: 1

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    A formal U.S. Air Force military ceremony taking place inside what appears to be an aircraft hangar. Personnel in dress blue uniforms are executing a salute while a color guard stands at attention with ceremonial rifles. A red carpet is visible in the background, indicating an official or high-protocol event.
    A senior military officer in dress blues stands at a wooden podium delivering a speech inside a large aircraft hangar. The audience consists of a mixed group of uniformed military personnel and civilians seated in chairs, with additional military personnel visible on bleachers in the background. The setting and attire suggest a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or similar official event.
    A formal U.S. Air Force military ceremony taking place on a stage, likely a change of command or official function. One officer is speaking at a wooden podium while two other uniformed officers are seated in leather chairs behind him. Multiple flags, including the U.S. flag and Air Force flags, are displayed in the background.
    A formal U.S. Air Force change of command ceremony taking place inside a large military hangar. Two senior officers are exchanging a guidon (ceremonial flag), which is the central symbolic act of a change of command. Rows of uniformed personnel stand at attention in the background, with U.S. and Air Force flags prominently displayed.
    A formal U.S. Air Force change of command ceremony taking place inside a large military hangar. Two senior officers are exchanging a guidon (unit flag) in the center, symbolizing the transfer of command authority. Rows of uniformed personnel stand at attention in the background alongside American and Air Force flags.
    A U.S. Air Force enlisted member in dress blues is standing beside a blue military helicopter inside a hangar. He appears to be removing or examining a placard/nameplate affixed to the side of the helicopter. The helicopter bears markings indicating it belongs to AFDW (Air Force District of Washington) and references 'Maj Gen Neil R. Richard' as commander.
    A formal United States Air Force military ceremony is taking place inside an aircraft hangar. A senior officer in dress blues is delivering remarks at a wooden podium with a microphone, while two other officers are seated behind him. The presence of multiple flags and the formal arrangement suggest this is a change of command or similar official military ceremony.

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