Members of the 33rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron render their first salute to U.S. Air Force Col. Thomas Preston, commander of the 33rd Maintenance Group, during a change of command ceremony at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, June 24, 2022. The first salute is a customary sign of respect and responsibility between members of the unit and the commander. The change of command ceremony represents the formal transfer of authority and responsibility for a unit from one individual to another. The ceremony has been a tradition in military history dating back to the 18th century. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Christian Corley)
Date Taken: | 06.24.2022 |
Date Posted: | 06.24.2022 15:05 |
Photo ID: | 7288338 |
VIRIN: | 220624-F-DF705-1134 |
Resolution: | 5033x3460 |
Size: | 9.89 MB |
Location: | EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, FLORIDA, US |
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