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    New commander takes charge at USAG Ansbach [Image 3 of 4]

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    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely a change of command or activation ceremony. A U.S. Army soldier wearing 101st Airborne Division insignia is exchanging or presenting a unit guidon (ceremonial flag) with a civilian in a gray suit. Several other soldiers in U.S. Army combat uniforms are visible in the background alongside national flags including the German flag.

    ANSBACH, BAYERN, GERMANY

    07.10.2026

    Photo by Jonathan Bell 

    U.S. Army Garrison Ansbach

    ANSBACH, Germany — Col. Michael Cookey receives the garrison colors from Wesley Leisinger, Chief of Staff, Installation Management Command – Europe, during a time-honored Change of Command ceremony at the Von Steuben Community Center, July 10, 2026.

    Cookey assumed command of USAG Ansbach from Col. Aaron Southard, who relinquished command after two years of dedicated service to the garrison and its community.

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    Date Taken: 07.10.2026
    Date Posted: 07.10.2026 08:15
    Photo ID: 9803533
    VIRIN: 260709-A-ZV819-7315
    Resolution: 3960x3168
    Size: 4.03 MB
    Location: ANSBACH, BAYERN, DE
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    Downloads: 1

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    Two men are posing outdoors holding a framed Certificate of Retirement from the United States Army issued to Col. Aaron J. Southard, dated October 31, 2026. One man is in civilian attire (gray suit with striped tie) and the other is in U.S. Army combat uniform with a medal visible on his chest. The ceremony appears to be taking place at an outdoor venue with flags visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army Colonel stands at attention in the foreground during a formal military ceremony, identifiable by the eagle insignia on his patrol cap and chest. Behind him, a color guard holds three flags including the American flag, the German flag, and what appears to be a U.S. Army unit guidon. The setting appears to be a European-style building courtyard, consistent with a U.S. military installation in Germany.
    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely a change of command or activation ceremony. A U.S. Army soldier wearing 101st Airborne Division insignia is exchanging or presenting a unit guidon (ceremonial flag) with a civilian in a gray suit. Several other soldiers in U.S. Army combat uniforms are visible in the background alongside national flags including the German flag.
    An outdoor military ceremony is taking place on a grass field, likely at a U.S. Army installation in Europe, as indicated by the 'The Best Hometown in Europe' branded purple canopy tents. Military personnel in Army Combat Uniforms (ACUs) and civilians are standing at attention or saluting while a color guard presents flags including the U.S. flag and a German flag. The setting features stone architecture, mature trees, and organized seating for dignitaries.

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