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    Lt. Col. Rothana Um Promotion Ceremony [Image 4 of 6]

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    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are engaged in what appears to be a military awards or promotion ceremony inside an industrial hangar facility. One Marine is pinning something onto the chest of the other while simultaneously shaking his hand, a common practice during military recognition ceremonies. The setting features overhead yellow crane infrastructure typical of an aircraft maintenance hangar.

    MIRAMAR, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    09.01.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Melanie Soni Flores 

    3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

    U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Rothana Um, the assistant chief of staff for G-1, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, left and Col. David Batcheler the commanding officer for Headquarters Marine Air Group 16, 3rd MAW, right, shake hands during a promotion ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, Sept. 1, 2026. Each promotion marks a milestone in a Marine’s career, highlighting their leadership and service as they assume new responsibilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Melanie Soni Flores)

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    Date Taken: 09.01.2026
    Date Posted: 09.08.2026 16:22
    Photo ID: 9912459
    VIRIN: 260901-M-MU546-1057
    Resolution: 3644x5464
    Size: 2.03 MB
    Location: MIRAMAR, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 3
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    A U.S. Marine in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniform stands at attention inside what appears to be a military hangar or maintenance facility. A framed document or certificate is being presented to the Marine, suggesting a formal recognition or award ceremony. The setting includes visible military equipment and infrastructure in the background.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT camouflage uniform is having rank insignia pinned onto his collar during what appears to be a promotion ceremony. A person with dark hair is pinning a silver oak leaf insignia (Major rank) onto the right collar of the Marine's uniform. The ceremony is taking place inside a military hangar with other uniformed personnel visible in the background.
    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are conducting what appears to be a reenlistment or oath of office ceremony inside a military hangar. Both individuals have their right hands raised, with one Marine facing the camera and the other with his back to it. Additional Marines are visible standing in formation in the background.
    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are engaged in what appears to be a military awards or promotion ceremony inside an industrial hangar facility. One Marine is pinning something onto the chest of the other while simultaneously shaking his hand, a common practice during military recognition ceremonies. The setting features overhead yellow crane infrastructure typical of an aircraft maintenance hangar.
    A military formation or briefing is taking place inside what appears to be a hangar facility. A Marine in camouflage utilities stands with his back to the camera, addressing a group of fellow Marines. Two flags are prominently visible in the foreground: the United States flag and a unit flag for MWHS-3 FMF (Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 3, Fleet Marine Force).
    A U.S. Marine in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniform stands smiling in front of a large military helicopter on a tarmac. The helicopter bears the tail number 996 and displays markings consistent with a CH-53E Super Stallion heavy-lift helicopter. The setting appears to be a military airfield on a clear, sunny day.

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