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    22nd MEU Change of Command Ceremony [Image 1 of 12]

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    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place in a large indoor hall. A color guard is marching down the center aisle carrying the U.S. flag and Marine Corps colors, while uniformed Marines stand at attention on the left side. In the foreground, Marine musicians playing brass instruments (trombone and trumpet) perform from sheet music stands.

    CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    06.29.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Emily Hazelbaker 

    22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit

    U.S. Marines with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit march with the colors during the 22nd MEU change of command ceremony Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 29, 2026. The ceremony signified the transfer of authority, accountability and leadership from Col. Tom Trimble, the off-going commanding officer of 22nd MEU, to Col. Jeremy Hawkins. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily Hazelbaker)

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    Date Taken: 06.29.2026
    Date Posted: 07.02.2026 08:35
    Photo ID: 9785952
    VIRIN: 260629-M-DB868-1021
    Resolution: 4688x3125
    Size: 2.64 MB
    Location: CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, US
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    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place in a large indoor hall. A color guard is marching down the center aisle carrying the U.S. flag and Marine Corps colors, while uniformed Marines stand at attention on the left side. In the foreground, Marine musicians playing brass instruments (trombone and trumpet) perform from sheet music stands.
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    A U.S. Marine in dress uniform, identifiable by Staff Sergeant chevrons and red-striped trousers, presents a wrapped floral bouquet to a seated woman during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. The woman is accompanied by what appears to be her family, including two teenagers and a male Marine in camouflage utilities seated beside her. The event is taking place in a formal indoor venue filled with seated attendees.
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    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place indoors, featuring the presentation of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) colors. Marines in combat utility uniforms are saluting while a color guard presents the unit flag alongside the American flag. A military band is performing in the background, and civilians, likely family members, are also present and standing at attention.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place indoors, likely a change of command or unit activation event. Marines in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are presenting colors, including the U.S. flag and a red FMF (Fleet Marine Force) unit guidon. A senior Marine officer is rendering a salute to the colors.
    Two U.S. Marine Corps officers are conducting a formal change of command ceremony, passing a unit guidon between them. The ceremony takes place indoors in what appears to be a formal military venue, with additional Marines standing at attention in the background. The red guidon with gold fringe bears markings consistent with a Marine unit designation.
    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms embrace during what appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or retirement event. A color guard stands at attention in the background holding the U.S. flag and a red unit guidon. The setting is an indoor ceremonial space.
    A U.S. Marine officer in MARPAT camouflage uniform is addressing an audience in an indoor setting, gesturing with both hands while speaking. Behind him stands a color guard of three Marines holding the U.S. flag and what appear to be unit or command colors. The setting appears to be a formal military ceremony or briefing.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps ceremony is taking place in a large indoor hall, with two Marines in dress blues carrying flower bouquets down a central aisle. The audience consists of a mix of uniformed Marines in camouflage utilities and civilian attendees seated in rows of chairs on both sides. The setting and attire suggest a military change of command, retirement, or promotion ceremony.

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