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    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place on an airfield tarmac. Personnel in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are rendering salutes while a color guard holds the U.S. flag and Marine Corps colors. A military helicopter is visible in the background, suggesting the ceremony is at a Marine Corps air station.

    YUMA, ARIZONA, UNITED STATES

    07.01.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Radosti 

    Marine Corps Air Station Yuma

    U.S. Marine Corps Col. John D. Dirk, the outgoing commanding officer of Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron 1, salutes Lt. Gen. William H. Swan, the deputy commandant for aviation, during the VMX-1 change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, July 1, 2026. The change of command ceremony is a military tradition that formally recognizes the transfer of authority and responsibility from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Radosti)

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    Date Taken: 07.01.2026
    Date Posted: 08.06.2026 11:22
    Photo ID: 9852016
    VIRIN: 260701-M-EN170-4984
    Resolution: 8192x5464
    Size: 3.63 MB
    Location: YUMA, ARIZONA, US
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    A U.S. Marine Corps change of command ceremony is taking place, with two Marines transferring a red unit guidon flag between them. Three Marines in MARPAT woodland camouflage uniforms are the central figures, while civilian observers watch in the background. The passing of the colors is a formal military tradition symbolizing the transfer of command authority.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place on an airfield tarmac, likely a change of command or review ceremony. Two Marines in the foreground are exchanging salutes while rows of Marines holding unit guidons and flags stand at attention in the background. An aircraft is partially visible on the right side, and palm trees and buildings are visible in the distant background.
    A U.S. Marine Corps change of command ceremony is taking place on an aircraft hangar tarmac. Three Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms are participating in the formal guidon transfer, with one Marine holding a red unit colors flag bearing the Marine Corps emblem. Civilian spectators and additional military personnel are visible in the background inside the hangar.
    A U.S. Marine Corps officer in MARPAT camouflage uniform is speaking at an outdoor ceremony on what appears to be a military airfield or flight line. He is holding a microphone and gesturing, with a Marine Corps flag and military helicopters visible in the background. The setting suggests an official military ceremony or address.
    A U.S. Marine Corps marching band performs on a military airfield tarmac, with musicians in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms playing brass instruments. The band is marching in formation across the flight line, with military aircraft visible in the background. The setting appears to be a formal ceremony or parade at a Marine Corps air station.
    Three U.S. Marine Corps personnel in MARPAT camouflage uniforms stand at attention on what appears to be a flight line or tarmac in front of a hangar. The scene suggests a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or award presentation, with seated civilian attendees visible in the background. The Marines are wearing covers (caps) and tan combat boots consistent with current USMC service uniforms.
    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT woodland camouflage uniforms are engaged in a military decoration ceremony on what appears to be a flight line or tarmac. One Marine is pinning a medal or award onto the chest of another Marine, who is smiling. A formation of Marines and what appears to be a military band are visible in the background.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place on an airfield tarmac. Personnel in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are rendering salutes while a color guard holds the U.S. flag and Marine Corps colors. A military helicopter is visible in the background, suggesting the ceremony is at a Marine Corps air station.
    A military ceremony is taking place inside an aircraft hangar, likely a retirement or change of command ceremony. U.S. Marines in dress uniforms are presenting flower bouquets to seated attendees, which include both military personnel in camouflage uniforms and civilians. The setting appears to be a Marine Corps air station based on the visible aircraft and hangar infrastructure.
    A close-up photograph of a U.S. Marines digital camouflage uniform (MARPAT) with a Legion of Merit medal pinned to the chest pocket. The medal features a white cross with gold trim, a dark blue center medallion, and a bright magenta/pink ribbon. The background is blurred, suggesting an outdoor military ceremony or formation.
    A silhouetted military officer in dress uniform stands on a raised platform addressing a formation of soldiers in camouflage uniforms. The ceremony takes place on a military airfield tarmac with a helicopter visible in the background. Military unit flags/guidons are present, suggesting a formal military ceremony such as a change of command or activation event.
    A U.S. Marine Corps officer in camouflage utility uniform and cover is speaking at a military ceremony, holding a microphone and addressing an assembled crowd. Behind him, multiple colorful unit and state flags are displayed alongside uniformed personnel in formation. A military helicopter is visible in the background on what appears to be a flight line or tarmac.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military parade or ceremony is taking place on what appears to be an airfield tarmac. A column of Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms marches in formation carrying rifles, led by a color guard bearing the U.S. national flag and Marine Corps unit colors. A senior Marine officer stands at attention rendering a salute from the left side near a hangar entrance.
    Two U.S. Marine Corps officers are participating in a formal change of command ceremony, passing a guidon (unit flag) between them. The red and gold flag with gold fringe is characteristic of Marine Corps unit colors. Additional Marines in uniform are visible in the background, consistent with a formal military ceremony setting.

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