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U.S. Marine Corps Col. Phillip T. Ash, right, commanding officer of Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), awards the Meritorious Service Medal to Sgt. Maj. David M. Potter, the outgoing sergeant major of MAWTS-1 during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, June 26, 2026. The historic post and relief ceremony is a time-honored tradition within the U.S. Marine Corps, allowing the new appointed Sergeant Major the opportunity to introduce himself to the Marines now under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Micah Thompson)

Relief and Appointment

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Micah Thompson/Released 260626-M-NM790-1064.JPG

Aug 11, 2026

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Phillip T. Ash, right, commanding officer of Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), awards the Meritorious Service Medal to Sgt. Maj. David M. Potter, the outgoing sergeant major of MAWTS-1 during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, June 26, 2026. The historic post and relief ceremony is a time-honored tradition within the U.S. Marine Corps, allowing the new appointed Sergeant Major the opportunity to introduce himself to the Marines now under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Micah Thompson)

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Canon EOS R5

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RF28-70mm F2 L USM

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1/200

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1250

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