U.S. Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Reinforced), outgoing squadron, holds a Relief in Place and Transfer of Authority Ceremony with U.S. Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced), oncoming squadron, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on April 1, 2025.
VMM-161 is the oncoming tiltrotor squadron assigned to the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa. CJTF-HOA is comprised of multiple U.S. armed services branches, coupled with foreign armed service personnel from various allied and partner nations. Headquartered at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, the command works against malign actors to strengthen collective security forces and respond to crises to advance U.S. national interests and promote regional security, stability and prosperity.
Camp Lemonnier is an operational installation that enables U.S., allied and partner nation forces to be where they are needed to ensure security and protect U.S. interests. The installation provides world-class support for service members, transient U.S. assets and 36 local tenant commands. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Maurice Brown)
Date Taken: | 04.01.2025 |
Date Posted: | 04.03.2025 01:23 |
Photo ID: | 8950941 |
VIRIN: | 250401-N-NO356-3008 |
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