From left to right, Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jabari Reneau, commanding office of Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA)-242, Sgt. Maj. James L. Shadle, incoming sergeant major of VMFA(AW)-242 and Sgt. Maj. Jason L. Kappen, outbound sergeant major of VMFA(AW)-242 complete the passing of the sword of office at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Aug. 12. 2016. The passing of the sword of office is a Marine Corps tradition when relieving and appointing sergeants major. ( Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joseph Abrego)

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