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    4th AABn Sundown Ceremony [Image 11 of 20]

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    A United States Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place outdoors at what appears to be a base installation. Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms are standing at attention and saluting while a color guard presents the Marine Corps flag. Civilians and military personnel observe the ceremony from the foreground, with military vehicles including what appears to be an M88 recovery vehicle visible in the background.

    JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES

    08.09.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang 

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    U.S. Marines with Company B, 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, present the colors during a sundown ceremony for the amphibious assault vehicle, Jacksonville, Florida, August 9, 2026. The ceremony formally decommissioned the AAV, ending over half a decade of service as the Marine Corps’ primary ship-to-shore vehicle. The AAV’s retirement paves the way for future amphibious operations as the Marine Corps transitions to the new Amphibious combat vehicle. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

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    Date Taken: 08.09.2026
    Date Posted: 08.13.2026 14:44
    Photo ID: 9867894
    VIRIN: 260809-M-VH127-1290
    Resolution: 5474x3649
    Size: 4.84 MB
    Location: JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA, US
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    Downloads: 3

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