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    59th Aviation Troop Command Change of Command. [Image 1 of 7]

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    A military ceremony is taking place inside a large aircraft hangar, with U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms gathered in formation. A central soldier, identified by nametape as 'STEELE,' is holding a ceremonial saber, suggesting this is a change of command or similar formal military ceremony. Apache helicopters are visible in the background of the hangar.

    EASTOVER, SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    08.08.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Duran Jones 

    South Carolina National Guard

    U.S. Army Col. Brian J. Pipkin, outgoing commander of the 59th Aviation Troop Command, left, passes the noncommissioned officer sword to Command Sgt. Maj. Marc A. Steele, center, during the 59th Aviation Troop Command change of responsibility ceremony at Army Aviation Support Facility 1, McEntire Joint National Guard Base, South Carolina, Aug. 8, 2026. Outgoing Command Sgt. Maj. Jeffery L. Kimbrell relinquished responsibility for the unit during the ceremony. The 59th Aviation Troop Command conducts operations that include hurricane support, homeland defense, firefighting and disaster relief. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Duran Jones)

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    Date Taken: 08.08.2026
    Date Posted: 08.12.2026 13:39
    Photo ID: 9859319
    VIRIN: 260808-Z-CU668-1096
    Resolution: 4796x3197
    Size: 3.82 MB
    Location: EASTOVER, SOUTH CAROLINA, US
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    A military ceremony is taking place inside a large aircraft hangar, with U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms gathered in formation. A central soldier, identified by nametape as 'STEELE,' is holding a ceremonial saber, suggesting this is a change of command or similar formal military ceremony. Apache helicopters are visible in the background of the hangar.
    A U.S. Army color guard is participating in a formal military ceremony, holding flags with gold fringe in what appears to be a hangar or large indoor facility. Multiple soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are standing at attention in formation. The foreground soldier is clearly identified as U.S. Army personnel with a name tape partially visible.
    A military change of command ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be an aircraft hangar. Two central figures are exchanging a blue guidon/unit flag with gold fringe, which is the traditional symbolic act of transferring command authority. At least four U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are present, with military helicopters visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army change of command or activation ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a military hangar or large indoor facility. A soldier in the center, wearing a U.S. Army uniform with a colonel's eagle insignia, is holding a blue and gold guidon or unit colors. Two other soldiers flank him, one facing away from the camera and one visible in profile on the right.
    A U.S. Army officer is delivering a speech at a podium during what appears to be a formal military ceremony held inside an aircraft hangar. Multiple soldiers in Army Combat Uniforms (ACUs) in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) are standing in formation in the background, while others are seated to the right. The setting suggests a change of command, unit activation, or similar official military ceremony.
    A U.S. Army officer in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is speaking at a wooden podium with a microphone, likely during a military ceremony or official event. The setting appears to be inside a military hangar, with a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter visible in the background. A second uniformed individual is partially visible seated behind the speaker.
    A group of U.S. Army soldiers standing in formation, wearing Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniforms. The soldiers appear to be at attention during a formal military ceremony or briefing held indoors. Both male and female soldiers of diverse backgrounds are visible in the formation.

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