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    Lt. Gen. Turner relinquishes command of III Marine Expeditionary Force to Lt. Gen. Watson [Image 7 of 8]

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    A U.S. Marines officer in MARPAT camouflage uniform is speaking into a microphone at what appears to be a formal military ceremony or event. The officer's name tape reads 'TURNER' and rank insignia is visible on the collar. Multiple military flags and personnel in uniform are visible in the background.

    CAMP FOSTER, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    07.14.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Justin Cledera 

    III Marine Expeditionary Force   

    U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Roger B. Turner, off-going Commanding General of III Marine Expeditionary Force, delivers remarks during the III MEF change of command ceremony at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, July 15, 2026. Turner relinquished command of III MEF to Lt. Gen. Benjamin T. Watson, signifying the transfer of authority and responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Justin Cledera)

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    Date Taken: 07.14.2026
    Date Posted: 07.15.2026 06:00
    Photo ID: 9811383
    VIRIN: 260715-M-WK421-1212
    Resolution: 5472x3648
    Size: 6.19 MB
    Location: CAMP FOSTER, OKINAWA, JP
    Web Views: 39
    Downloads: 4

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    A U.S. Marines officer in MARPAT camouflage uniform is speaking into a microphone at what appears to be a formal military ceremony or event. The officer's name tape reads 'TURNER' and rank insignia is visible on the collar. Multiple military flags and personnel in uniform are visible in the background.
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