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The Change of Command Ceremony took place at the Fort Snelling U.S. Naval and Marine Corps Reserve Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. |
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The color guard members are relaxed, but not for long! |
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A red carpet and a sharp looking squadron await the arrival of the day's special guests. |
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The color guard bearing the colors which remind us all of the significance of this ceremony. |
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Warrant Officer Don Johnson announced the arrivals and read the biographies of each of the dignitaries at the Change of Command Ceremony. They were :
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The diginitaries arrived to the traditional bell ringing which indicates the individual's rank. |
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Incoming CO, LCDR Keith Larson arrives on the drill deck. |
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CO Major Anthony Bivona's arrival. |
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The squadron is honored to host USNSCC Region 9-1 Director LCDR Rich Cox. |
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The Twin Cities Squadron cadets standing watch at the ceremony with their LPO James Bivona. |
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Leading Petty Officer James Bivona, ranking member of the Twin Cities Squadron, watches as his father is relieved of command. |
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The Twin Cities Squadron's honored guests. |
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Opening remarks were delivered by LCDR Rich Cox. |
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Prinicipal speaker, CAPT Marc Stanley addresses the gathering. |
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MAJ Anthony Bivona addressed the crowd and read his orders. |
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LCDR Keith Larson also addressed the crowd and read his orders. |
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MAJ Anthony Bivona is relieved of command by LCDR Cox. |
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LCDR Larson acknowledges his predecessor. |
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LCDR Keith Larson is handed command of the Twin Cities Squadron by LCDR Cox. |
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Farewell and Godspeed, Major Bivona. |
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Our new CO, LCDR Larson leaves the drill deck. |
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After the ceremony cake and coffee was enjoyed by all in attendance. Thank you MAJ Bivona for your fine service, and we look forward to smooth sailing ahead under LCDR Larson's command. |
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