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    Official party arrives at 250 Oath Ceremony [Image 1 of 6]

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    Four individuals walk in procession along a red carpet runner in what appears to be a gymnasium or large indoor venue decorated with blue and red curtains. The group consists of one civilian male in a navy suit leading, followed by two military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms, and one civilian female in business casual attire. The setting suggests a formal military or government ceremony.

    MARYLAND, UNITED STATES

    07.17.2026

    Photo by Spc. La Marr Patterson 

    29th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment

    The official party arrives during the Maryland National Guard’s 250 Oath Ceremony at the Fifth Regiment Armory, Baltimore, Maryland, July 17, 2026. Two hundred and fifty Soldiers and Airmen were sworn into the Maryland National Guard by Gov. Wes Moore and Maj. Gen. Janeen L. Birckhead, adjutant general of Maryland, during a historic ceremony celebrating America's 250th birthday. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. La Marr Patterson)

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    Date Taken: 07.17.2026
    Date Posted: 07.17.2026 17:25
    Photo ID: 9817697
    VIRIN: 260717-Z-ME349-1005
    Resolution: 5348x4302
    Size: 4.23 MB
    Location: MARYLAND, US
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    Downloads: 1

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    Four individuals walk in procession along a red carpet runner in what appears to be a gymnasium or large indoor venue decorated with blue and red curtains. The group consists of one civilian male in a navy suit leading, followed by two military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms, and one civilian female in business casual attire. The setting suggests a formal military or government ceremony.
    A color guard dressed in 18th-century American Revolutionary War-era uniforms marches through what appears to be a military gymnasium or armory during a formal ceremony. The group carries the United States flag and the Maryland state flag, with two members bearing muskets as escorts. A large projection screen in the background partially displays text reading 'CEREMONY,' and observers in blue 'MD' shirts line the sides of the hall.
    A U.S. Army officer in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is speaking at a podium during an Oath Ceremony. The officer's name tag reads 'BIRCKHEA' (partially visible) and displays a two-star rank insignia, indicating the rank of Major General. The projected screen behind displays the words 'OATH CEREMONY' in large text.
    A female vocalist in a sequined jacket performs at a microphone stand during what appears to be a military event or ceremony. Behind her, several military personnel in camouflage uniforms are seated with brass instruments, forming a band. The backdrop consists of red and blue curtains, suggesting a patriotic or official occasion.
    A man in a navy blue suit is speaking at a podium with a microphone during a formal event. The backdrop displays '250 Oath Ceremony' in large text, suggesting a milestone swearing-in or commissioning ceremony. The setting appears to be an indoor venue with a projected presentation screen behind the speaker.
    A group of four young people wearing matching light blue t-shirts with a program logo pose with two historical reenactors in early 19th-century military attire inside what appears to be a museum or historical site. A period-accurate field cannon on a wooden carriage is prominently displayed in the foreground. The setting features yellow brick walls, blue doors, and interpretive signage consistent with a War of 1812 or similar historical museum.

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