Colonel Scott Benedict, commanding officer of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, speaks during the post and appointment ceremony for the command sergeant major in front of the II Marine Expeditionary Force headquarters aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, Mar. 14. Colonel Benedict thanked Sergeant Major Octaviano Gallegos for his service and dedication, and he welcomed Sergeant Major Lanette Wright, the first female sergeant major to lead a MEU, to the unit. 24th MEU Relief & Appointment Ceremony 140314-M-OT339-634

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