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    The Commandant, Gen. Eric M. Smith tours MCB Hawaii [Image 2 of 14]

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    Two military officers are shaking hands in what appears to be an official meeting or greeting ceremony. One officer wears US Marine Corps MARPAT digital camouflage, while the other wears Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force camouflage with a 'JAPAN' and 'ARAI' name tape visible. A civilian in a dark suit with a beard observes the exchange in the background.

    MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII, HAWAII, UNITED STATES

    08.11.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Juaquin Greaves 

    Commandant of the Marine Corps

    The 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, greets Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) Gen. Arai Masayoshi, the JGSDF Chief of Staff, during the Marine Forces Pacific (MARFORPAC) change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base (MCB) Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, Aug. 11, 2026. Gen. Smith visited MCB Hawaii to attend the MARFORPAC change of command ceremony, receive operational updates, and interact with Marines across various units to assess readiness, foster open dialogue, addressing any questions, and recognize individuals for their sustained superior performance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Juaquin Greaves)

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    Date Taken: 08.11.2026
    Date Posted: 08.25.2026 08:14
    Photo ID: 9884147
    VIRIN: 260811-M-UY446-1044
    Resolution: 6463x4309
    Size: 5.52 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII, HAWAII, US
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    Two military officers are shaking hands in what appears to be an official meeting or greeting ceremony. One officer wears US Marine Corps MARPAT digital camouflage, while the other wears Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force camouflage with a 'JAPAN' and 'ARAI' name tape visible. A civilian in a dark suit with a beard observes the exchange in the background.
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