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    SOCKOR commanding general pins on second star [Image 1 of 10]

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    A military promotion or change-of-command ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a military hangar. A U.S. Army general officer is holding a red flag bearing three white stars, indicating the rank of Lieutenant General (O-9). The ceremony appears to involve multiple service members from different branches, with U.S. and South Korean flags visible in the background.

    SOUTH KOREA

    07.01.2026

    Photo by Pfc. Hejong Lee 

    Special Operations Command Korea

    U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Derek N. Lipson, left, commander of Special Operations Command-Korea, stands at attention as his major general officer flag is unfurled during his promotion ceremony at Camp Humphreys, Republic of Korea, July 2, 2026. Lipson's promotion marks a new chapter of his three-year tenure in Korea, where he concurrently commands both SOCKOR and the United Nations Command-Special Operations Component. (Republic of Korea Army photo by CPL HeJong Lee)

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    Date Taken: 07.01.2026
    Date Posted: 07.07.2026 08:03
    Photo ID: 9796111
    VIRIN: 260702-A-YT900-1272
    Resolution: 2048x1463
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    Location: KR
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    A military promotion or change-of-command ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a military hangar. A U.S. Army general officer is holding a red flag bearing three white stars, indicating the rank of Lieutenant General (O-9). The ceremony appears to involve multiple service members from different branches, with U.S. and South Korean flags visible in the background.
    A senior U.S. Army general officer is speaking at a podium during a formal military ceremony. He is wearing a dress green uniform adorned with numerous medals, ribbons, and unit patches including Special Forces and Airborne tabs. Two general officer flags with stars are visible in the background.
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    Two U.S. Army officers in dress green uniforms are posing together in what appears to be a military facility or hangar. The officer on the right is giving two thumbs up while both men smile broadly, suggesting a celebratory or congratulatory occasion. Both wear numerous medals, patches, and insignia indicating senior rank and extensive service.
    A U.S. Army officer in dress green uniform is speaking at a podium bearing the insignia 'Concilio Provehо' during what appears to be an official military ceremony. The event is taking place inside a military vehicle maintenance bay or motor pool facility, with a tan MRAP/armored vehicle visible in the background. A bald-headed individual is visible in the foreground, seated facing the speaker.
    A close-up photograph of a senior U.S. Army officer in dress uniform, showing the upper torso and shoulder area. The uniform displays numerous medals, ribbons, badges, and unit patches indicating extensive military service. The officer's rank insignia shows three stars, identifying them as a Lieutenant General.
    A formal military ceremony or briefing with personnel from multiple nations seated in rows. The foreground features senior US Army officers in dress green uniforms with Special Forces and Airborne insignia, while the background shows personnel in both US Army combat uniforms and what appear to be Republic of Korea Army dress uniforms. The setting appears to be an indoor military facility such as a hangar or large bay.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a hangar or large military facility. Three military personnel are positioned around a guidon/flag, with two Army officers flanking a central flag bearer in Air Force dress blues. Multiple national and unit flags are displayed in the background, including the South Korean flag, indicating a likely joint or combined command ceremony.
    A military ceremony appears to be taking place in which a seated officer in a tan/khaki uniform is having something placed around his neck or shoulders by two standing officers in dark green dress uniforms. The standing officers wear uniforms consistent with Republic of Korea (ROK) Army dress attire, featuring gold buttons, ribbon racks, and a visible South Korean flag patch. This appears to be a decoration or award presentation ceremony.
    A person is cutting a military-style celebration cake using an ornate ceremonial knife or combat blade. The rectangular cake features yellow/gold frosting borders, a circular photo or image in the center, and black text that appears to read 'Semper Fidelis' or a similar military motto. Military personnel in uniform boots are visible in the blurred background, suggesting a formal military ceremony or celebration.

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