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    New leader assumes command of Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, SETAF-AF [Image 7 of 8]

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    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are embracing during what appears to be a military ceremony. One soldier wears a green beret and the other wears a black beret, suggesting different unit affiliations. An audience of military personnel and civilians, including a small child, is seated in the background observing the event.

    VICENZA, ITALY

    07.01.2026

    Photo by Pfc. Cheshaon Jones 

    U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa

    U.S. Army Lt. Col. Christopher J. Christiana, outgoing commander of Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF), and U.S. Army Lt. Col. Thatcher H. Merrill, incoming commander, share a hug during the change of command ceremony at Hoekstra Field, Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy, July 2, 2026. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Cheshaon Jones)

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    Date Taken: 07.01.2026
    Date Posted: 07.07.2026 08:24
    Photo ID: 9788266
    VIRIN: 260702-A-FX936-8443
    Resolution: 3555x2747
    Size: 2.08 MB
    Location: VICENZA, IT
    Web Views: 29
    Downloads: 2

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    A U.S. Army soldier in camouflage uniform and black beret stands at a wooden podium bearing the SETAF (Southern European Task Force) Africa insignia, accompanied by a civilian in a dark blazer. The event appears to be an official military ceremony or address taking place under a covered outdoor pavilion. Bleachers, a chain-link fence, parked vehicles, and a stop sign are visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army change of command ceremony is taking place outdoors on a military installation. A soldier wearing a green beret is smiling while passing or receiving a unit guidon (ceremonial flag) from another soldier. Several other uniformed soldiers are present as witnesses to the formal military ceremony.
    A U.S. Army officer named Merrill, wearing a green beret and MultiCam (OCP) uniform, is speaking at a podium during an official military ceremony. The podium bears the SETAF (Southern European Task Force) insignia in red. The officer holds the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, indicated by the oak leaf insignia on his beret.
    A U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel named Christiana is speaking at a podium bearing the SETAF (Southern European Task Force) insignia. He is wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a black beret featuring a unit flash, and various badges and rank insignia are visible on his uniform. The setting appears to be an outdoor military ceremony.
    A U.S. Army soldier named Washburn is speaking at a podium during what appears to be a military ceremony or official event. She is wearing an Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform with a black beret, parachutist badge, and U.S. flag patch. The podium bears red insignia consistent with a military unit designation.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms stand at attention during what appears to be a military ceremony. Name tapes visible include 'TAYLOR-SKARBOSS', 'CHRISTIANA', and 'SOUZA', all wearing black berets with unit insignia. Behind them, a color guard holds multiple flags including the American flag and what appears to be an Italian flag, suggesting a joint or NATO-related event.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are embracing during what appears to be a military ceremony. One soldier wears a green beret and the other wears a black beret, suggesting different unit affiliations. An audience of military personnel and civilians, including a small child, is seated in the background observing the event.
    A formal military formation ceremony is taking place on a grass parade field, with soldiers in camouflage uniforms and black berets standing at attention in organized ranks. A color guard unit is prominently positioned holding multiple flags, including what appears to be the American flag, an Italian flag, and unit guidons. The setting appears to be a military installation, likely in Italy based on the architectural style of the buildings and the presence of the Italian flag.

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