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    MARSOC Sgt. Maj. Relief and Appointment [Image 9 of 9]

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    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors at what appears to be a U.S. Marine Corps installation, with personnel in MARPAT camouflage uniforms seated under white canopy tents alongside civilian guests. A standing Marine is leaning forward to interact with or present something to a seated individual in the front row. A brick building and additional uniformed personnel are visible in the background.

    CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    06.30.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Jared Saul 

    Marine Forces, Special Operations Command

    U.S. Marines with Marine Forces Special Operations Command present flowers to the families of Sgt. Maj. Rafael Vargas and Sgt Maj. Joseph Mendez during a relief and appointment ceremony on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 30, 2026. During the ceremony, Sgt. Maj. Rafael Vargas relinquished his role as the MARSOC sergeant major to Sgt. Maj. Joseph Mendez. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jared Saul)

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    Date Taken: 06.30.2026
    Date Posted: 06.30.2026 15:40
    Photo ID: 9783905
    VIRIN: 260630-M-YO989-1239
    Resolution: 7446x4966
    Size: 6.97 MB
    Location: CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, US
    Web Views: 51
    Downloads: 2

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    Three U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are conducting a flag ceremony at a flagpole, with the American flag fully raised and flying in the wind. The event appears to be a formal military ceremony, with seated and standing attendees under white tents bearing the insignia of the Marine Raider Regiment (MARSOC) — identifiable by the skull-and-crossbones diamond emblem with stars. Personnel and civilians in the background are rendering salutes or standing at attention.
    A military ceremony or formal event is taking place under a tent or canopy, with personnel in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms. A central figure is standing at a podium holding a microphone with his head bowed, suggesting a prayer or moment of reflection. Civilians and other military personnel are also present with heads bowed.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps parade or ceremony is taking place on a grass field. Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms are marching in formation carrying the American flag, the U.S. Marine Corps flag, and numerous red unit guidons and state flags. A senior Marine officer stands at attention on the left, reviewing the passing formation.
    Three U.S. Marines in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony on a grass field. Two of the Marines are exchanging salutes while the center Marine holds a ceremonial sword, suggesting a change of command or similar official ceremony. A sign in the background reads '3D Marine Raider Support Battalion, MARSOC,' identifying the unit and location.
    Three U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony on a grass field. Two of the Marines are exchanging salutes while one holds a ceremonial sword/saber, suggesting a change of command or similar official ceremony. A sign in the background reads '3D Marine Raider Support Battalion,' identifying the unit and location.
    A U.S. Marine Corps officer in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is addressing a formation of Marines during what appears to be an official military ceremony or change of command event. The speaker holds a microphone and stands on a parade field flanked by rows of state and military flags. Seated personnel under white canopy tents observe from the foreground.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT camouflage uniform is speaking into a microphone at what appears to be a formal military ceremony on a parade field. Multiple rows of Marines stand in formation in the background, accompanied by a display of numerous military unit and state flags. The setting suggests a change of command, retirement, or unit activation ceremony.
    A senior military officer in USMC MARPAT camouflage uniform stands at the center of a parade field, appearing to address or command troops. Behind him, multiple formations of Marines stand at attention alongside numerous unit guidons and flags. The setting appears to be a formal military ceremony such as a change of command or unit review.
    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors at what appears to be a U.S. Marine Corps installation, with personnel in MARPAT camouflage uniforms seated under white canopy tents alongside civilian guests. A standing Marine is leaning forward to interact with or present something to a seated individual in the front row. A brick building and additional uniformed personnel are visible in the background.

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