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    B-21 Integration Detachment 1 Activation and Assumption of Command Ceremony [Image 5 of 5]

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    A U.S. Air Force officer in dress blues stands on a stage saluting during what appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or activation ceremony. The backdrop features a large American flag hanging on a hangar wall, flanked by a U.S. flag and an Air Force unit flag with gold fringe. An audience of military personnel in camouflage uniforms and civilians are seated facing the stage, with some returning the salute.

    ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, SOUTH DAKOTA, UNITED STATES

    09.09.2026

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Mooneyham 

    28th Bomb Wing

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Joshua Dawkins, B-21 Integration Detachment 1 commander, receives his first salute during a unit activation and assumption of command ceremony at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Sept. 9, 2026. Dawkins assumed command as the detachment's first leader and will stand the unit up to serve as the strategic integrator for the B-21 Raider beddown. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Mooneyham)

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    Date Taken: 09.09.2026
    Date Posted: 09.14.2026 14:12
    Photo ID: 9934730
    VIRIN: 260909-F-AQ259-1975
    Resolution: 4178x2785
    Size: 2.3 MB
    Location: ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, SOUTH DAKOTA, US
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    A formal U.S. Air Force change of command ceremony is taking place in front of a large American flag backdrop. Three uniformed Air Force officers are prominently featured, with two individuals exchanging a unit guidon (flag), which is the traditional centerpiece of a change of command ceremony. A fourth individual in uniform is partially visible in the background assisting with the guidon transfer.
    Two U.S. Air Force officers in dress blue uniforms are participating in a formal guidon/pennant passing ceremony, likely a change of command. A third uniformed airman stands between them holding the flagstaff. The ceremony takes place in front of a large American flag backdrop with additional military flags flanking the stage.
    A U.S. Air Force officer in dress blues stands at a wooden podium bearing the 'Guardian of the North' shield insignia, appearing to deliver a speech or remarks at an official military ceremony. A second uniformed airman stands in the background, appearing to applaud. A large American flag serves as the backdrop.
    A U.S. Air Force officer in dress blues is speaking at a wooden podium with a microphone. The setting appears to be an official military ceremony, with an American flag and what appears to be an Air Force flag visible in the background. The officer displays multiple service ribbons, badges, and insignia on his uniform.
    A U.S. Air Force officer in dress blues stands on a stage saluting during what appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or activation ceremony. The backdrop features a large American flag hanging on a hangar wall, flanked by a U.S. flag and an Air Force unit flag with gold fringe. An audience of military personnel in camouflage uniforms and civilians are seated facing the stage, with some returning the salute.

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