Photo By Tech. Sgt. Connie Jones | Maj. Gen. Janson D. Boyles, adjutant general of Mississippi, passes the unit colors to...... read more read more
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The Mississippi National Guard hosted a change of command ceremony at the Camp McCain Training Center, August 13, 2022.
The Change of Command ceremony celebrates the accomplishments of the outgoing commander and welcomes the incoming commander as the new, most senior-ranking officer of Camp McCain Training Center. The simple, yet traditional event signifies a total transfer of responsibility, authority, and accountability of the training center, operations, and personnel of the command.
Col. Millard “Guy” Reedy IV relinquished command of Camp McCain Training Center to Col. Joy L. Alexander during the ceremony. Maj. Gen. Janson D. Boyles, the adjutant general of Mississippi, was the keynote speaker for the event and spoke of his previous experiences with Reedy, emphasizing how proud he is of the outgoing commander’s accomplishments during his tenure.
“Guy, thank you for the great work you’ve done here at Camp McCain,” said Boyles. “You’ve made this mission a success.”
Boyles, speaking to Alexander, reiterated his faith in her abilities during his speech.
“You will do a great job here,” said Boyles. “Because of your leadership and experience, I know you will continue to ensure that this training ground will serve Soldiers well.”
During the ceremony, Reedy was awarded the Mississippi Magnolia Medal and The Maj. Gen. H. Pickney McCain Distinguished Award of Merit for exceptional and meritorious service as commander of Camp McCain. He was also presented with additional awards from leaders of Camp McCain.
“I can honestly say I’ve never had more fun being in a unit than being here at Camp McCain,” said Reedy. “I’ve truly been enjoying the people and loving the part where I got to be the face of the Mississippi National Guard, welcoming all the out-of-state units coming here to train. I will miss my family here at Camp McCain very much.”
Alexander, a Perkinston native, is the first female commander of Camp McCain in its maore than 80-year history.
“General Boyles, I promise I will give it my best to maintain the culture of Camp McCain and enhance and capitalize on what’s already here and already works and make it even better,” said Alexander. “Thank you for the opportunity.”
| Date Taken: | 08.13.2022 |
| Date Posted: | 04.05.2023 10:48 |
| Story ID: | 441985 |
| Location: | CAMP MCCAIN, MISSISSIPPI, US |
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