2nd MLG says farewell to commanding general

Photo By Cpl. Dalton Precht | Brig. Gen. Charles G. Chiarotti (right), the commanding officer of 2nd Marine Logistics Group, hands over the unit colors to his successor, Col. Daniel P. O’Hora, signifying the passing of responsibilities during a succession of command ceremony at Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 8, 2016. During the ceremony, Chiarotti thanked his Marines and those in attendance for their support during his time as the commanding general. The general is leaving Camp Lejeune to assume command as the deputy commander of U.S. Forces Japan later this summer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dalton A. Precht/released)  

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

06.08.2016

Story by Cpl. Dalton Precht 

II Marine Expeditionary Force   

“In the time you’ve been here, you have been a father, a brother, and a mentor to all these Marines [in 2nd MLG]. You’ve done a great job,” said Maj. Gen. Walter L. Miller the commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force.
Chiarotti thanked those in attendance and looked back on his time as the logistics commander. He also looked to the crowd and stated that he has faith that Col. Daniel P. O’Hora, his successor, will continue improving the logistics group.
“I can think of no better officer to take my place until [the new commanding general arrives],” said Chiarotti. “It’s been an honor and a privilege to serve these Marines.”
The two took part in a time-honored tradition, the passing of the colors, to signify the passing of responsibilities.
Chiarotti was commissioned Dec. 21, 1985, and has been in command of countless Marines since that time. Later this summer he will assume command as the deputy commander of U.S. Forces Japan.

• Date Taken: 06.08.2016
• Date Posted: 06.08.2016 17:11
• Story ID: 200431
• Location: MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, US