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From the left U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, Fifth Air Force commander; Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing outgoing commander; and Col. Daniel Mendoza, 374 AW incoming commander, welcome honored guests as they are introduced during the change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2026. The change of command ceremony is a tradition dating back to the Roman era, where military leaders would pass batons, colors, standards, or ensigns that symbolized the passing of command to subordinates in attendance, ensuring continuity of leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
| Date Taken: | 07.09.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.10.2026 03:12 |
| Photo ID: | 9803219 |
| VIRIN: | 260710-F-BG120-1057 |
| Resolution: | 3363x2240 |
| Size: | 1.27 MB |
| Location: | YOKOTA AIR BASE, TOKYO, JP |
| Web Views: | 4 |
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374th Airlift Wing welcomes new commander
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