Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey passes the colors to Maj. Gen. Sheryl Gordon during a change of command ceremony at Alabama National Guard Joint Force Headquarters, Montgomery, Alabama, July 28, 2017. The change of command ceremony is a formal passing of responsibility, authority and accountability of a group from one leader to another. The passing of colors from the outgoing commander to the incoming commander ensures that the unit and its soldiers is never without official leadership. (Photo by Army Sgt. 1st Class Robert Ray)

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