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    The Tropic Lightning Division Welcomes New Command Sergeant Major [Image 7 of 7]

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    A formal U.S. Army military ceremony is taking place on an outdoor parade field, likely at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii, identifiable by the tropical vegetation and mountainous backdrop. Two soldiers in Army Combat Uniforms (ACU/OCP pattern) stand at the center on a black platform bearing a red heart-shaped insignia, rendering salutes toward the colors. Numerous unit guidons and flags are displayed on both sides of the field, with additional soldiers and flag bearers positioned throughout.

    SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, HAWAII, UNITED STATES

    06.25.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Andre Taylor 

    25th Infantry Division   

    From right, Maj. Gen. James B. Bartholomees, commanding general of the 25th Infantry Division and U.S. Army Hawaii, and Command Sgt. Maj. Michael G. Eilers, the 25th Infantry Division’s senior enlisted leader, render honors during an assumption of responsibility ceremony at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, June 25, 2026. The ceremony formally welcomes the new senior non-commissioned officer, entrusting them with the care of Soldiers and the responsibility for the unit’s standards. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Andre D. Taylor)

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    Date Taken: 06.25.2026
    Date Posted: 06.25.2026 23:19
    Photo ID: 9774313
    VIRIN: 260625-A-PE084-4002
    Resolution: 4464x2976
    Size: 4.81 MB
    Location: SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, HAWAII, US
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    Downloads: 2

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    A group of military personnel in black t-shirts and camouflage pants are performing what appears to be a haka or similar ceremonial warrior dance in a synchronized crouching stance. The 25th Infantry Division insignia (Tropic Lightning patch with yellow lightning bolt) is visible in the background, along with a red military guidon flag. The setting appears to be an outdoor military installation, likely in Hawaii given the tropical vegetation and unit affiliation.
    A U.S. Army change of command ceremony is taking place on a parade field, likely at a tropical military installation. Three soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are participating in the formal passing of a unit guidon, which is the central ritual of a change of command ceremony. The tropical vegetation and building architecture in the background suggest a Pacific or Hawaii-based installation.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are engaged in what appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or assumption of responsibility. The soldier facing the camera has the name tape 'EILERS' and wears a Sergeant Major rank insignia along with a 25th Infantry Division patch. A unit guidon or colors flag is visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army officer with two-star rank (Major General) is speaking at a podium during an outdoor military ceremony. The event appears to be taking place in rainy conditions, with multiple military color guard personnel and unit flags visible in the background. The insignia and flags suggest this is likely a change of command or similar formal military ceremony.
    A U.S. Army Sergeant Major named Eilers is speaking at a podium during an outdoor military ceremony. He is wearing Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform with visible rank insignia and name tape. Behind him is a large decorative unit insignia display in red and yellow, along with what appears to be a flag in the background.
    A military ceremony, likely in Hawaii based on the traditional lei garlands worn by several attendees. Two U.S. Army soldiers in camouflage uniforms stand alongside civilians, including family members, under a white tent canopy. The presence of leis and tropical attire suggests a formal military event such as a change of command or unit activation ceremony.
    A formal U.S. Army military ceremony is taking place on an outdoor parade field, likely at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii, identifiable by the tropical vegetation and mountainous backdrop. Two soldiers in Army Combat Uniforms (ACU/OCP pattern) stand at the center on a black platform bearing a red heart-shaped insignia, rendering salutes toward the colors. Numerous unit guidons and flags are displayed on both sides of the field, with additional soldiers and flag bearers positioned throughout.

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