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Military Ceremonies and Inductions

Formal military ceremonies showcasing soldiers' induction, flag presentations, and celebrations of service, highlighting unity and tradition.

Nearly 20 Soldiers from Blanchfield Army Community Hospital and the 531st Hospital Center were formally welcomed into the U.S. Armys Noncommissioned Officer Corps at an NCO Induction Ceremony at Fort Campbells Wilson Theater, June 27.
Nearly 20 Soldiers from Blanchfield Army Community Hospital and the 531st Hospital Center were formally welcomed into the U.S. Armys Noncommissioned Officer Corps at an NCO Induction Ceremony at Fort Campbells Wilson Theater, June 27.
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050121-F-3478C-003. Base: Kirtland Afb State: New Mexico (NM) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band performs at Club 4of the Regional Logistics Basein Wrocław, Poland, Oct. 12, 2022. The USAFE Band partnered with the U.S. Consulate-Krakow to travel across southern Poland from Oct 11-20, 2022, conducting performances that celebrated the shared spirit of freedom and enduring friendship between the U.S. and Poland. By transcending language and cultural barriers through the universal power of music, military bands promote peace, build relationships, and strengthen unity among people.
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Members from the Westfield High School show choir during a change of command ceremony June 12, 2022, at Barnes Air National Guard Base, Massachusetts. Col. David Moon Halasi-Kun assumed command of the wing from Col. William T. Sling Bladen, who has served as the commander since June 8, 2020.
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Navy Talent Acquisition Group New Englands executive officer, Cmdr. Kaitlin McLeod recites the Oath of Enlistment to future sailors during the Independence Day Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular at Hatch Memorial Shell.
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Army 1st Lt. George S. Crisp, 24, of Alba, Texas, killed during the Korean War, was laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, on May 24, 2022. Crisp was among the service members returned to the U.S. by North Korea in 2018, and was accounted for by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency on Sept. 3, 2019. (DoD photo by Sgt. 1st Class Sean Everette)
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Master Sgt Ryan Snyder, 914 Air Refueling Wing, chats with local veterans, Newfane NY, May 24 2022. Both veterans and current members of the 107 Attack Wing and 914 Air Refueling Wing were invited to the military appreciation lunch hosted by students, parents and staff of Newfane Central School. Air National Guard photo, 2d Lt. Jason Carr
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050226-F-1234B-002. Base: Little Rock Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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110603-N-VV376-046SAN DIEGO (June 3, 2011) Sailors, Marines and guests attend a change of command ceremony as Vice Adm. D. C. Curtis is relieved by Vice Adm. Richard Hunt as Commander, Naval Surface Forces and Commander, Naval Surface Force, U. S. Pacific Fleet. Hunt is the fourth commander to assume both titles.
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Travis AFB CA: Travis AFB personnel and guest celebrated the Air Force's 67 Birthday in style. The theme of the gala was "Yesterday's Airpower, Today's Bearpower" which recognized America's Airpower during combat and humanitarian operations over the last 75 years. RELEASED
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LIHUE, Hawaii (Dec. 28, 2012) Sailors assigned to the Pacific Missile Range Facility parade the colors during a memorial service for the late Sen. Daniel Inouye from Hawaii. Hundreds attended the memorial service at the Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall to pay respects and bid farewell to Inouye, 88, who died Dec. 17 from respiratory complications.
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Terrance Trammell, 11th Security Forces Squadron response force leader, takes a photo of the Apotheosis of Washington in the Rotunda at the U.S. Capitol, Nov. 15, 2022. Service members of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling toured the U.S. Capitol and met with a U.S. House representative during their visit.
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U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), hang up decorations before a karaoke and ice cream social while conducting routine operations in the Philippine Sea, Feb. 10, 2024. The event was held to increase cohesion and strengthen joint-force partnership of Marines and Sailors. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit is operating aboard ships of the America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations, the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Marine Corps
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Brazilian Army Lt. Col. Luiz F. Coradini engages with students during Brazil's presentation at Dexter.
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020920-F-2454T-135. Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE
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BREMERTON, Wash. (Dec. 15, 2017) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) participate in a holiday event held by the ship's crew in the hangar bay. John C. Stennis is in port conducting routine training as it continues preparing for its next scheduled deployment.
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Warrant Officer 1 Craig Morgan Greer performs Saturday at The Summit at a reception following his pinning ceremony.
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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. (ret.) Robert D. Gaylor, the fifth CMSgt of the Air Force, served as the guest speaker at the CMSgt Recognition Ceremony, Apr. 28, 2022, at the Magnolia Halle, San Antonio, Texas.
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221112-N-N3764-1007BILLINGS, Montana (Nov. 12, 2022) - Sailors assigned to the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Billings (LCS 15) visited their ships namesake city November 08-13, and participated in Veterans Day celebratory events. The Sailors are on a visit to their ships namesake to improve community relations and meet with local officials, students and media.
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MIAMI (Feb. 24, 2024) Recruiters with Navy Recruiting Command (NRC) and Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Miami pose for a photo with the Lion mascot at the Black College Expo presented by National College Resources Foundation and held in the Florida Memorial University gymnasium. Sailors with NTAG Miami and NRC met with attendees during the event. Headquartered in Millington, Tennessee, NRCs mission is to recruit the highest caliber Sailors to meet the needs of the Fleet. Navy
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Vice-President Al Gore and his wife, Tipper, are welcomed by a group of soldiers in Yongsan. Base: Yongsan Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)
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An Air Force 75th birthday cake is on display during the Air Force 75th Anniversary Ball Sept. 24, 2022, in Great Falls, Mont. Traditionally, the lowest and highest-ranking service members are the first to cut the cake. In addition, the ball provides an opportunity for Airmen to reflect and commemorate those who served before.
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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Recognition Ceremony, Apr. 28, 2022, Magnolia Halle, San Antonio, Texas. This event was held to honor all promotees to the rank of Chief Master Sgt.
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Veterans' Employment and Training Service - Veterans Day Salute Awards
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050106-F-7552L-025. Base: Incirlik Air Base, Adana Country: Turkey (TUR)
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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ashley Huseby, Air Mobility Commands Band of the Golden West vocalist, sings the Star-Spangled Banner during a ceremony presided by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. promoting retired Col. Clarence E. Bud Anderson to the honorary rank of Brigadier General at the Aerospace Museum of California in McClellan, California, Dec. 2, 2022. The ceremony was an opportunity to honor the 100-year-old World War II triple ace during the 75th anniversary year of the U.S. Air Forces establishment as a military service.
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Chief Master Sgt. Wesley Hudnall is promoted to Chief July 28, 2022, during a ceremony at the Yukon Club, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Chief Hudnall leads the Alaska Air National Guard, 168th Operations Group.
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120524-N-MH374-738NEW YORK (May 24, 2012) Service members pose for a photo with television host Kelly Ripa after the taping of Live with Kelly during Fleet Week New York 2012. This marks the 25th year the city has celebrated the nation's sea services. This year, the seven-day event coincides with he commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 and will host more than 6,000 service members from the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard team in addition to coalition ships from around the world.
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - USS Monitor 30th Anniversary
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221021-N-ML137-1106 KOLOA, Hawai`i (Oct. 21, 2022) Capt. Brett Stevenson, commanding officer of Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF), Barking Sands, right, and Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Bodie Estep cut a cake during a U.S. Navy Ball at the Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa in celebration of the Navy’s 247th birthday. Continuing with tradition, the youngest member and oldest attendant of the ball have the honor of cutting the cake together. The theme of the U.S. Navy’s 247th birthday was “On Watch - 24/7 for 247 Years,” which highlights our Navy’s enduring ability to remain fully ready to respond to and effectively deter emergent threats. PMRF is the world’s largest instrumented multi-environment range capable of supporting surface, subsurface, air and space operations simultaneously.
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011017-F-3838S-003. Base: Spangdahlem Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)