Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Michael Dutchin, the oncoming sergeant major of Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 12, speaks to the Marines and Sailors of MALS-12 during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, July 9, 2021. A relief and appointment ceremony is held to signify the transfer of authority from the outgoing sergeant major to the oncoming sergeant major.

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