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    138th Operational Fires Command Change of Command [Image 6 of 12]

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    A military change of command or unit activation ceremony is taking place indoors, likely in a military armory or hangar. Two soldiers are exchanging a unit guidon (red and yellow flag), which is the central ceremonial act, while other uniformed soldiers stand in formation as witnesses. All personnel are wearing US Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms.

    KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES

    08.08.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Alex Hellmann 

    Kentucky National Guard Public Affairs Office   

    U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Joshua Matlock passes the organizational colors to Col. Robbie Andersen during a change of command ceremony for the 138th Operational Fires Command held in Lexington, Kentucky, Aug. 8, 2026. During the ceremony, Andersen relinquished command to U.S. Army Lt. Col. Chris Fitzwater. (US Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Alex Hellmann)

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    Date Taken: 08.08.2026
    Date Posted: 08.09.2026 13:35
    Photo ID: 9859171
    VIRIN: 260808-Z-YA223-1060
    Resolution: 4640x6960
    Size: 5.91 MB
    Location: KENTUCKY, US
    Web Views: 4
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    A formation of U.S. Army soldiers in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniforms standing at attention inside what appears to be a military hangar or large indoor facility. The soldiers are arranged in rows with a guidon bearer visible on the right side carrying an orange unit flag. The formation includes both male and female soldiers, suggesting a unit assembly, ceremony, or official formation event.
    A military ceremony is taking place inside a large indoor facility, likely an armory or drill hall. A senior soldier appears to be addressing or presenting to a formation of soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms, while civilians and additional military personnel observe from the background. The setting and arrangement suggest a formal event such as an award ceremony, promotion, or unit recognition.
    A formation of U.S. Army soldiers in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniforms are standing at salute inside what appears to be an armory or drill hall. A soldier in the front right is holding a unit guidon (pennant) that displays the number '139' in red and yellow. This appears to be a formal military ceremony such as a change of command, deployment, or unit activation.
    A large formation of U.S. Army soldiers standing at attention inside what appears to be a military armory or drill hall. The soldiers are wearing Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniforms with tan combat boots. A unit guidon (flag) is visible on the right side of the formation, suggesting this is a formal military ceremony or muster.
    A military formation ceremony is taking place inside a large indoor facility, likely a hangar or armory. Two soldiers in the foreground, identified by name tapes as 'FITZWATER' and 'LEAR', face a formation of soldiers who are rendering a salute. All personnel are wearing US Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms.
    A military change of command or unit activation ceremony is taking place indoors, likely in a military armory or hangar. Two soldiers are exchanging a unit guidon (red and yellow flag), which is the central ceremonial act, while other uniformed soldiers stand in formation as witnesses. All personnel are wearing US Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are participating in a formal military change of command or activation ceremony, passing a guidon (unit flag) between them. Both soldiers wear the 1st Cavalry Division patch on their left shoulders. The ceremony is taking place inside a military hangar or large indoor facility.
    A U.S. Army military ceremony, likely a change of command or unit activation, taking place inside a large indoor facility. Several soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are gathered, with key personnel facing each other in what appears to be a formal exchange. Multiple flags are present including the U.S. national flag, a red unit guidon, and a blue organizational flag.
    A U.S. Army military ceremony taking place inside what appears to be a hangar or large indoor facility. A soldier identified by nametape as 'ANDERSEN' is speaking at a wooden podium bearing a unit insignia featuring a blue horse/knight chess piece on a yellow and red background. Two other soldiers in Army Combat Uniforms (ACUs) are seated in folding chairs to the left.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam/OCP uniforms are holding a framed military shadow box or commemorative plaque. The frame contains a unit guidon (red and yellow with a horse head insignia), a dedication plate, and three unit crest/DUI pins at the bottom. The name tape on the left soldier reads 'ANDERSEN,' and the plaque appears to reference 'Thunder 6,' suggesting a command-related presentation or farewell ceremony.
    A military ceremony is taking place inside an indoor facility, likely an armory or drill hall. A soldier is speaking at a podium bearing a unit insignia patch, while two seated soldiers observe from behind. Color guard personnel holding flags, including the U.S. flag and a blue/gold flag, are visible in the foreground.
    Four U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are standing at attention inside what appears to be a military armory or drill hall. Three soldiers are prominently positioned in the foreground while a fourth soldier is visible in the background appearing to render a salute. The setting suggests a formal military ceremony or official event.

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