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    81st MSG welcomes new commander [Image 9 of 9]

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    A military reception or ceremony event featuring United States Air Force personnel in dress blue uniforms interacting with civilian family members. The scene appears to be an indoor venue, likely a base club or event hall, with multiple service members and civilians engaged in conversation. The gathering has the appearance of a formal military social event such as a promotion ceremony, retirement, or change of command reception.

    MISSISSIPPI, UNITED STATES

    07.16.2026

    Photo by Kemberly Groue 

    81st Training Wing

    U.S. Air Force Col. Johnathan Eccles, 81st Training Wing deputy commander, welcomes Col. William Parker IV, 81st Mission Support Group commander, and his family to Keesler during the 81st MSG change of command ceremony at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, July 16, 2026. Parker assumed command from Col. Jayson Cabell, departing 81st MSG commander, during the ceremony, symbolizing the formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)

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    Date Taken: 07.16.2026
    Date Posted: 07.17.2026 12:07
    Photo ID: 9816662
    VIRIN: 260716-F-BD983-1215
    Resolution: 4304x2998
    Size: 1.24 MB
    Location: MISSISSIPPI, US
    Web Views: 30
    Downloads: 4

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    A formal military ceremony featuring four United States Air Force officers in dress blue uniforms. Three officers are seated in chairs while a fourth stands behind them holding a blue military guidon/unit flag. An audience is visible in the foreground, suggesting this is an official change of command or awards ceremony.
    Two military officers in dress blue uniforms are seated or standing at what appears to be a formal ceremony or official event. The foreground officer is bald and displays numerous service ribbons and badges on his uniform. Both individuals appear to be attentively observing something off-camera.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are seated in rows at a formal ceremony. One individual is holding a printed program booklet for the '81st Mission Support Group Change of Command Ceremony.' The image is taken at close range, focusing on the laps and hands of the seated attendees.
    A senior U.S. Air Force officer in dress blue uniform is delivering a speech at a wooden podium with a microphone. The audience, visible in the foreground and appearing to wear military uniforms including Army Combat Uniforms, is seated and listening. The setting appears to be an indoor military ceremony or briefing.
    A large indoor military ceremony or formal gathering is taking place in a well-lit conference or event hall. The audience consists predominantly of uniformed military personnel in camouflage (OCP/MultiCam) uniforms, mixed with civilians in business casual attire seated in rows of chairs. The event appears to be a formal military function such as a promotion ceremony, retirement, or unit recognition event.
    Two U.S. Air Force officers are shaking hands during a formal military ceremony. The officer on the right is receiving a Legion of Merit certificate and is wearing the corresponding medal on his uniform. Both are dressed in Air Force Service Dress uniforms with rank insignia indicating Colonel-level officers.
    A U.S. Air Force officer in dress blues is speaking at a wooden podium with a microphone. He is wearing multiple medals and decorations, including what appears to be a Legion of Merit medal, indicating a formal military ceremony. A partially visible individual wearing glasses can be seen in the background through a doorway.
    Two U.S. Air Force officers are participating in a formal guidon transfer ceremony, likely a change of command. Both officers are gripping a blue unit guidon staff simultaneously, with a third uniformed officer standing at attention in the background. A U.S. flag and a unit flag are visible flanking the scene.
    A military reception or ceremony event featuring United States Air Force personnel in dress blue uniforms interacting with civilian family members. The scene appears to be an indoor venue, likely a base club or event hall, with multiple service members and civilians engaged in conversation. The gathering has the appearance of a formal military social event such as a promotion ceremony, retirement, or change of command reception.

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