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    A military service member in uniform is speaking at a wooden podium equipped with a microphone. The podium displays a unit insignia/crest featuring the word 'NEVER,' a bison, and a lightning bolt. Multiple flags are visible in the background, suggesting an official military ceremony or event.

    KANAGAWA, JAPAN

    07.30.2026

    Photo by Kei Sasaki 

    U.S. Army Japan

    CAMP ZAMA, Japan — The 78th Signal Battalion conducted a change of responsibility ceremony at Kizuna Hall on Camp Zama on July 31.

    During the ceremony, Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin J. Cadungug relinquished responsibility as the battalion's senior enlisted advisor to Command Sgt. Maj. Nic Melvin. The passing of the battalion guidon symbolized the seamless transfer of responsibility, authority and trust between the outgoing and incoming command sergeants major.

    The ceremony honored Cadungug's dedicated leadership and steadfast commitment to the Soldiers of the 78th Signal Battalion while welcoming Melvin as he assumed responsibility for advising the commander, developing Soldiers and sustaining the battalion's mission.

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    Date Taken: 07.30.2026
    Date Posted: 08.11.2026 03:09
    Photo ID: 9850712
    VIRIN: 260730-A-QU164-7569
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    Location: KANAGAWA, JP
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    A military service member in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is speaking at a wooden podium equipped with a microphone. The podium displays a partial motto reading 'NEVER' along with what appears to be a unit crest or insignia. Multiple flags are visible in the background, including what appear to be national and unit flags.
    A military ceremony taking place in what appears to be an auditorium or formal meeting room. A soldier in Army Combat Uniform (ACU/OCP camouflage) is presenting a red item, possibly a folded flag or gift, to a seated woman in a black dress, while a younger woman sits beside her. Several other attendees are seated in blue auditorium-style chairs observing the event.
    A U.S. Army change of command or activation ceremony is taking place indoors, with soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms passing an orange unit guidon. The ceremony is conducted in a formal hall decorated with multiple U.S. state and territory flags along the walls. The passing of the guidon is the central ceremonial act visible in the image.
    A U.S. Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is presenting a yellow flower bouquet to a seated civilian woman during what appears to be a formal military ceremony in an auditorium. The woman is accompanied by two young girls, and the audience includes both uniformed military personnel and civilian family members. The setting suggests a recognition, promotion, or change-of-command ceremony.
    A U.S. Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is rendering a salute during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. The soldier's name tape reads 'MELVIN' and the uniform displays 'U.S. ARMY' tape along with various patches. The setting includes a display of multiple flags including the American flag and the Japanese flag, suggesting a joint or international military event.
    A military change of command ceremony is taking place indoors, with two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms exchanging a unit guidon (orange flag). A third soldier stands at attention in the background. The ceremony is set in a formal hall decorated with numerous U.S. state flags, the American flag, and the Japanese national flag.
    A military service member in uniform is speaking at a wooden podium equipped with a microphone. The podium displays a unit insignia/crest featuring the word 'NEVER,' a bison, and a lightning bolt. Multiple flags are visible in the background, suggesting an official military ceremony or event.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms stand at attention on a stage during a formal military ceremony. They are positioned in front of a display of multiple flags including the U.S. flag and various state and territorial flags. Name tapes visible on the uniforms read 'CASUNDO,' 'DHALLION' (or similar), and 'MELVIN.'

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