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    Fox Company 2-159th Attack Battalion, 12th Combat Aviation Brigade Change of Responsibility [Image 4 of 7]

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    A U.S. Army change of command or activation ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a military hangar or gymnasium. Several soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are participating in a guidon transfer, with one soldier passing a unit flag (guidon) to another. Civilian family members, including children, are visible seated in the background observing the ceremony.

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    08.03.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Tajae Hickson 

    12th Combat Aviation Brigade

    Sgt. 1st Class Gregory Northrup of 2-159's Fox Company, 12th Combat Aviation Brigade passes the guidon to outgoing 1st Sgt. Alexander Castle during the Change of Command Ceremony on August 4, 2026 in Katterbach, Germany. The ceremony marks the conclusion of 1st Sgt. Alexander Castle's tenure, honoring his time of leadership and dedication to Soldier welfare and unit readiness. It also welcomes 1st Sgt. Timothy Burgess, with a transfer of responsibility underscored by the presentation of the guidon and a renewed pledge to uphold the unit's tradition of excellence and mission readiness.

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    Date Taken: 08.03.2026
    Date Posted: 08.25.2026 02:37
    Photo ID: 9864511
    VIRIN: 260804-D-A5044-9334
    Resolution: 6000x4000
    Size: 4.4 MB
    Location: DE
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    A military ceremony is taking place inside an aircraft hangar, with a soldier speaking at a podium while a formation of soldiers stands at attention holding a unit guidon flag. An Apache attack helicopter is visible in the background, suggesting this is an aviation unit. The setting and uniforms indicate a formal military event such as a change of command, award ceremony, or unit activation.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is speaking at a podium inside a military hangar. Behind him is an AH-64 Apache attack helicopter with a distinctive shark mouth nose art. Several other uniformed soldiers are visible standing in the background to the left.
    A military formation ceremony is taking place inside a large aircraft hangar, with soldiers in camouflage uniforms standing at attention before two senior personnel. A soldier in the center of the formation holds a unit guidon (flag). An AH-64 Apache attack helicopter is prominently 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 gymnasium. Several soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are participating in a guidon transfer, with one soldier passing a unit flag (guidon) to another. Civilian family members, including children, are visible seated in the background observing the ceremony.
    Military personnel in U.S. Army MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are gathered inside a large aircraft hangar. Three soldiers stand with hands clasped behind their backs facing a group of additional soldiers, with an AH-64 Apache attack helicopter visible in the background. The setting appears to be a formal briefing or formation inside the hangar.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam/OCP uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony inside what appears to be a large aircraft hangar. A female soldier is speaking at a wooden podium bearing a unit insignia patch, while a male soldier stands beside her. The setting suggests an official military event such as a promotion, award, or change of command ceremony.
    A group of military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are gathered inside a large industrial or maintenance hangar facility. A briefing or address appears to be taking place, with two soldiers standing at the front facing the assembled group. A Konecranes overhead crane system is visible in the background, indicating an industrial or motor pool facility.

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