Military Ceremonies and Parades

Images of soldiers engaged in formal military ceremonies and changing of the guard in various nations. Features coordinated movements and ceremonial attire.

Canada, Ontario, Kingston, Fort Henry National Historic Site. Military cannon race and competition.

Canada, Ontario, Kingston, Fort Henry National Historic Site. Military cannon race and competition.

Madrid, Spain, July 2, 2021: Changing Guard in Royal Palace of Madrid. Soldiers forming up during the changing of the guard at the main gate of the Royal Palace in Madrid, Europe

Soldaten vom Wachbataillon der Bundeswehr, aufgenommen im Rahmen eines Empfangs mit militaerischen Ehren auf dem Hof des Bundeskanzleramtes in Berlin, 13.03.2024. Berlin Deutschland *** Soldiers from the Guard Battalion of the German Armed Forces, photographed during a reception with military honors in the courtyard of the Federal Chancellery in Berlin, 13 03 2024 Berlin Germany Copyright: xFlorianxGaertnerxphotothek.dex

Russia, Moscow Oblast, Moscow, Kremlin, soldiers of the Presidential Regiment, NR

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and South Korean Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup engage in a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Nov. 3, 2022.

French soldiers stand at attention outside the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, on March 19, 2011.

Chief of Naval Operations for the Republic of Korea Adm. Yang Yong-mo and Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Personnel, Manpower, and Training U.S. Navy Vice Adm. Rick Cheeseman render honors during a Navy Full Honors Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Jan. 30, 2024.

Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) welcomes Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, to the Federal Chancellery with military honours in Berlin, 11.03.2024

Russia, Moscow, Kremlin, Military Marching Band

Madrid, 12/03/2014. Ceremony of the solemn relief of the Royal Guard in the Royal Palace. Photo: Ernesto Agudo. ARCHDC.

Royal Guard in front of the Royal Palace, Madrid, Spain, Europe

Colorful Soldiers in Formation Buenos Aires Argentina (MR)

Czech Republic, Prague

Madrid, 10/12/2019. Military parade on the Twelfth of October, for Hispanic Heritage Day. Photo: Maya balanya ARCHDC.

Poland, Warsaw, Soldiers in front of Namiestnikowski Palace

Oslo, Norway, Royal Castle, Changing of the Guard

Soldiers, Flags, Changing of the Guard, Parade Ground, Yttre borggarden, Royal Palace, Kungliga slottet, Stockholm, Sweden, Europe

Mr. Sebastien Chenu (National Rally) Vice-President of the National Assembly, welcomed by a guard of honor of Republican Guards and drums, on his way to the Sessions Hall. National Assembly. Paris. Ile-de-France. 2024-06-06.

Madrid, 05/05/2018. Changing of the guard at the Royal Palace. Photo: Maya Balanya. Archdc.

England, London, City of London. Members of The Royal Navy marching in the procession at the annual Lord Mayor's Show in the City of London.

Ilustration of Prague, capital of the Czech Republic.Ilustration de Prague, capitale de la Republique Cheque.

Bodyguard of the Prince in front of the cathedral on Fete du Prince national holiday, Principality of Monaco

(From left to right) Gen. Pierre Schill, chief of staff, French Army; Karen Durham-Aguilera, executive director, Army National Military Cemeteries; Chief of Staff of the Army General James McConville; and U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Kevin Admiral, director of force management, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Army walk through the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Aug. 23, 2022. While at ANC, Schill participated in an Army Full Honors Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Changing of the Guard at the Princes Palace, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Europe

Military Chinese soldiers parading in full synchronization Tiananmen square Beijing China Beijing, Chine, June 4 2018: Military Chinese soldiers parading in full synchronization Tiananmen square Beijing China Copyright: xZoonar.com/MichalakisxPpalisx 21826702

The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard, the U.S. Air Force Ceremonial Brass Band, and the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Caisson Platoon conduct military funeral honors with funeral escort for U.S. Air Force Col. (ret.) Charles Vasiliadis in Section 7 of Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Jan. 9, 2023.Vasiliadis served in the Air Force for 30 years and was a highly decorated fighter pilot. A Vietnam veteran, he earned two Silver Stars, two Legions of Merit, five Distinguished Flying Crosses, a Purple Heart, and 30 Air Medals.Vasiliadis son, Douglas, received the flag from his fathers funeral service.

U.S. Army Col. Shannon-Mikal Lucas, deputy provost marshal general, Office of the Provost Marshal General; U.S. Army Sgt. Maj. Viridiana Lavalle, military working dog program manager, Office of the Provost Marshall General; and others watch the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Sept. 27, 2022.

Public roll call of the Army Officers' School on Theatre Square: Bundeswehr honours and bids farewell to young soldiers, Dresden, Saxony, Germany, Europe

Madrid, Spain, July 2, 2021: Changing Guard in Royal Palace of Madrid. Soldiers forming up during the changing of the guard at the main gate of the Royal Palace in Madrid, Europe

Guards at the Amalienborg Castle, Copenhagen, Denmark, Scandinavia, Europe

A contingent from the U.S. Military Academy participated in the commemoration of former President Franklin D. Roosevelts 142nd birthday Jan. 30 in Hyde Park, N.Y. The annual wreath laying event celebrates the life and service of the former president, which is held in the rose garden at the FDR Presidential Library and Museum, hosted by the National Park Service at the home of the FDR National Historic Site. USMA Dean of the Academic Board Brig. Gen. Shane Reeves placed a Presidential Wreath on the behalf of President Joseph R. Biden in honor of FDR at the event. Reeves also made brief remarks at the ceremony.

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Various NATO Allies marching bands stand in formation after marching in a parade leading to the inaugural military tattoo at Vilnius, Lithuania, Aug. 27, 2022. Lithuania invited allied nations to a military tattoo for the first time in its history, including the 1st Infantry Division Band.

Military band of Turkish soldiers at the monument to Kemal Atatuerk on the promenade in Kyrenia or Girne, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Norwegian Defense Minister Bjørn Arild Gram engage in a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 20, 2022.

Changing of the Princely Guard at 12 o'clock in front of the Prince's Palace, Principality of Monaco, Uniformed guards march during a ceremony in front of a palace, Monte Carlo, Cote d'Azur

France Vice Chief of Defense Gen. Eric Autellet (bottom left) and Maj. Gen. Allan M. Pepin (bottom right), commanding general, Joint Forces Headquarters - National Capital Region and the U.S. Military District of Washington render honors during an Armed Forces Full Honors Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Jan. 20, 2023.

Student of Polytechnic Engineering school in dress uniform looking a mobile phone before the Military parade in Republic Day (Bastille Day) in Paris Champs Elysees,France,Europe,July 14,2012

120514-N-CZ945-304 JAKARTA, Indonesia (May 14, 2012) Vice Adm. Scott H. Swift, commander of U.S. 7th Fleet, receives a tour the Indonesian navy headquarters from Vice Adm. Marsetio, deputy chief of naval staff of the Indonesian navy. Swift toured the headquarters during a visit to Jakarta with the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19).

Kosovo's Security Force Honor Guard welcome U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry to Pristina, Kosovo, on December 2, 2015.

Norway, Oslo, Soldiers of the Kings guard at the Royal Palace.

980621-F-2907C-003. Base: Mcchord Air Force Base State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Army Col. David Rowland (right), commander, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), and Georgian Defence Minister Juansher Burchuladze (left) render honors during an Armed Forces Full Honors Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Feb. 9, 2023.

Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo honors America before the start of the 120th Army-Navy Game in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on December 14, 2019.

Russia, Moscow Oblast, Moscow, Kremlin, soldiers of the Presidential Regiment, NR

041202-F-8293W-002. Base: Camp Butmir State: Sarajevo Country: Bosnia And/I Herzegovina (BIH)

Sweden, Stockholm, Gamla Stan, Old Town, Royal Palace, Changing of the Guard ceremony

Mr. Sebastien Chenu (National Rally) Vice-President of the National Assembly, welcomed by a guard of honor of Republican Guards and drums, on his way to the Sessions Hall. National Assembly. Paris. Ile-de-France. 2024-06-06.

ceremonial changing of the guard (Carabineros) at Moneda Palace, Santiago, Chile

04/02/1993. Funerals for Don Juan de Borbón.

Military band marching in ceremonial dress on city street

Soldaten vom Wachbataillon der Bundeswehr, aufgenommen im Rahmen eines Empfangs mit militaerischen Ehren auf dem Hof des Bundeskanzleramtes in Berlin, 13.03.2024. Berlin Deutschland *** Soldiers from the Guard Battalion of the German Armed Forces, photographed during a reception with military honors in the courtyard of the Federal Chancellery in Berlin, 13 03 2024 Berlin Germany Copyright: xFlorianxGaertnerxphotothek.dex

Europe, San Marino. Palace guards outside the Palazzo Pubblico

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (June 30, 2022) The U.S. Naval Academy welcomes the midshipman candidates, or plebes, of the Class of 2026 during Induction Day 2022. I-Day marks the beginning of a demanding six-week indoctrination period called Plebe Summer, intended to transition the candidates from civilian to military life. As the undergraduate college of our country's naval service, the Naval Academy prepares young men and women to become professional officers of competence, character, and compassion in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

NAPLES, Italy (Jan. 22, 2024) - Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti arrives at the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Headquarters in Naples, Italy, for a fleet visit, Jan. 22. Franchetti and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea traveled to Italy to meet with Sailors and communicate the CNOs strategic priorities of warfighting, warfighters and the foundation that supports them with the fleet.

Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo attends a Ceremonial Changing of the Guard, in Warsaw, Poland, on August 15, 2020.

Changing of the royal guard at noon in front of the Prince's Palace, Principality of Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Europe

Vintage Photograph. Ceremonial guards stand vigil at eternal flame monument.

ENTREGA BANDERAS CONSTITUCIONALES A RGTOS MADRID. Location: DESFILE MILITAR. MADRID. SPAIN.

Public roll call of the Army Officers' School on Theatre Square: Bundeswehr honours and bids farewell to young soldiers, Dresden, Saxony, Germany, Europe

Poland, , Warsaw, Changing the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Changing of the guard in front of the Royal Palace, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Monument commemorating the Falkland war Islas Malvinas on the Plaza San Martin Square, Buenos Aires, Argentina.

FRA - POLITIQUE - CYBERDEFENSE - Florence Parly, ministre des Armées, à RennesFlorence Parly, ministre des Armées, se rend jeudi 3 octobre 2019 au quartier Stéphant à Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande ( 35 ), où elle inaugurere le premier btiment du Commandement de la cyberdéfense ( COMCYBER ), spécifiquement conçu pour répondre aux besoins techniques et opérationnels du COMCYBER et accueillir ses différentes unités.FRA - POLITICS - CYBERDEFENSE - Florence Parly, Minister of the Armed Forces, in RennesFlorence Parly, Minister of the French Armed Forces, will visit the Stéphant district in Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande ( 35) on Thursday, October 3, 2019, where she will inaugurate the first building of the Cyber Defence Command (COMCYBER), specifically designed to meet the technical and operational needs of the COMCYBER and accommodate its various units.

Command transfer Commander of the naval night in the Netherlands (czmned). Vice-Admiral (VADM) R. Warrior transmits the CZMNED function to vice-admiral (VADM) J.D.W. Van Renesse. Vadm R. Krijger with his wife and Vadm J.D.W. From Renesse with his wife come from the flagship, Hr. Ms. De Ruyter (1976-2001). All Hens stopped on board according to the parade roll. In accordance with the regulations, 4 of the valid guests are in accordance with the valor. On the quay there are armed pelotons (navy) soldiers and roachders ready by Vaandelwacht ready for inspection.

ROTA, Spain (Oct. 15, 2012) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert renders honors to Spanish sailors before meeting with Admiral of the Fleet, Adm. Santiago Bolibar. Greenert is visiting Spain to meet with senior leadership and enhance international maritime relationships. The U.S. Navy is constantly deployed to preserve peace, protect commerce, and deter aggression through forward presence. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting.

110810-N-ZB612-297RIO DE JANEIRO (Aug. 10, 2011) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Gary Roughead inspects troops during a welcoming ceremony at the First Naval District headquarters in Rio De Janeiro.

Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo attends a Ceremonial Changing of the Guard, in Warsaw, Poland, on August 15, 2020.

U.S. Army paratroopers assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade participate in a memorial ceremony of the Battle of Monte Casale in Ponti sul Mincio on May 1, 2022. Ponti sul Mincio is known for being the location of the last battle of World War II on Italian soil, the Battle of Monte Casale, and each year the community invites the 173rd Airborne Brigade to remember the sacrifices of those who fought and died there.The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army's Contingency Response Force in Europe, providing rapidly deployable forces to the United States European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility. Forward deployed across Italy and Germany, the brigade routinely trains alongside NATO allies and partners to build partnerships and strengthen the alliance.

Members of the Kazakhstan Republican Guard perform precision drill routines during CENTRASBAT (Central Asian Peacekeeping Battalion) 2000 opening ceremonies on September 13th, 2000. CENTRASBAT 2000 is a multi-national peacekeeping and humanitarian relief exercise sponsored by United States Central Command (U.S. CENTCOM) and hosted by former Soviet Republic Kazakhstan in Central Asia, Sep. 11-20, 2000. Exercise participants include approximately 300 U. S. troops including personnel from U.S. CENTCOM, from the U.S. Army's 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and 5th Special Forces Group, Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and 300 Kazakhstan soldiers. Other participating nations include.... Complete Scene Caption: Members of the Kazakhstan Republican Guard perform precision drill routines during CENTRASBAT (Central Asian Peacekeeping Battalion) 2000 opening ceremonies on September 13th, 2000. CENTRASBAT 2000 is a multi-national peacekeeping and humanitarian relief exercise sponsore

French Muslim girl scout and war veterans at the Arc de Triomphe, Paris, France, Europe

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Military Brass band playing on the Spanish Steps during Sunday.

Changing of the guards by Carabineros on Plaza de la Constitucion in front of the Palacio de la Moneda Presidential Palace, Santiago, Metropolitan Reg...

Poland, Warsaw. Historical old town designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Military guard at WW ll memorial. (Editorial Use Only)

Members of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard line the red carpet as an Honor Guard Airman leads Secretary of Defense Leon E. Panetta, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, the Honorable Michael B. Donley, Gen. Norton Schwartz, Gen. Mark Ae Walsh III and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Chief Master Sgt. James A. Roy to the stage for a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 10, 2012. The ceremony took place to appoint Welsh as the twentieth chief of staff of the Air Force and to retire Schwartz.

Deployment of the National Guard to speech by Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, Guarda Nacional Republicana, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Portugal, Europe

Madrid. 06/01/2014. Swearing of the civil flag in the Plaza de Oriente Photo, Isabel Permuy Archdc.

Tomb of Unknown Soldier, Altare della Patria, Rome, Italy

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton lays a wreath at Russia's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Moscow, March 19, 2010.

Capt. Michael Fontaine, Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo, stands to be recognized during the annual Saikai City Fire Department Dezome-shiki Ceremony held at Saikai, Japan Jan. 8, 2024. Dezome-shiki are annual New Year celebrations held by cities and fire departments around Japan to recognize contributions of firefighters, demonstrate firefighting skills, and pray for a year free of fires.

Parade to the purse laundering, Freie Narrenzunft Wolfach, Wolfach, Black Forest, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Changing of the guard (Carabineros) at Moneda palace, Santiago, Chile

U.S. Marines with Marine Rotational Force - Darwin 23, and Maj. Todd OCallaghan, Directorate of Army Operations, Australian Army Headquarters, tour the Australian War Memorial in Campbell, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, April 6, 2023. MRF-D 23 is focused on increasing interoperability with Allies and partners in the region to promote a stable and secure Indo-Pacific.

Seville, 10/02/2024. Central event of Police Day, framed in the commemorative activities of the 200th anniversary of the body in the Plaza de España. Attended by: Juanma Moreno, Fernando Grande-Marlaska, Antonio Sanz, Juan Espadas, José Luis Sanz and Francisco Pardo Piqueras. Photo: Raúl Doblado. ARCHSEV.

FRA - POLITIQUE - CYBERDEFENSE - Florence Parly, ministre des Armées, à RennesFlorence Parly, ministre des Armées, se rend jeudi 3 octobre 2019 au quartier Stéphant à Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande ( 35 ), où elle inaugurere le premier btiment du Commandement de la cyberdéfense ( COMCYBER ), spécifiquement conçu pour répondre aux besoins techniques et opérationnels du COMCYBER et accueillir ses différentes unités.FRA - POLITICS - CYBERDEFENSE - Florence Parly, Minister of the Armed Forces, in RennesFlorence Parly, Minister of the French Armed Forces, will visit the Stéphant district in Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande ( 35) on Thursday, October 3, 2019, where she will inaugurate the first building of the Cyber Defence Command (COMCYBER), specifically designed to meet the technical and operational needs of the COMCYBER and accommodate its various units.

The Indiana National Guard supported the 152nd Crown Hill Memorial Service, May 30, 2022 at the Crown Hill Cemetary in Indianapolis, Ind. The ceremony included keynote speaker, retired Marine Cpl. Josh Blieill, a joint-service color guard, the 38th Infantry Division band, a wreath laying ceremony and a 21-gun Howitzer cannon salute.

Icelandic Police marching during June 17th-Iceland's Independence Day, Reykjavik, Iceland

Greece, Athens , Changing Of The Guards At The Parliament Building

Italy. Rome. Del Vittoriano monument complex. Monument to the Fatherland. Guard the homeland and the homeland flame.

CATCHLINE COMINGPARIS - Lance Cpl. Nicholas Meekins and Lance Cpl. Michael Hince simultaneously spin rifles during a performance at the U.S. Ambassador House in Paris, France, June 1. The Honorable Charles H. Rivkin, the U.S. Ambassador to France, invited the United States Marine Battle Color Detachment to perform at his home.

Ceremonial around the presentation of awards in the Order of Orange-Nassau at the Aircraft Cover of the GW-FREGAT HR.MS. Tromp (F 801, 1975-1999) During the squadron trip 1/89 in English waters.

Office of the Administrator (Stephen L. Johnson) - September 11th Ceremony , Environmental Protection Agency

U.S. Army forces and French soldiers participate in a ceremony that commemorates the end of World War II operations in Europe, at Haut-commissariat de la République Tahiti, French Polynesia, May 8, 2022. The ceremony marked the beginning of Marara 22, a multinational exercise which enhances interoperability with allies and partners in the pacific region.

The US Air Force in Europe (USAFE) Band and Honor marches along a parade route through the former East Berlin during the German Reunification Day Parade.

Guard, Guards, Soldiers, Guard of Honour, Monumento, Vittorio Emanuele II, Monument of Honour, National Monument, Piazza Venezia, Square, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

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