Alaska Army National Guardsmen, friends, and family gather at Camp Carroll flagpole to watch the 207th Multi-Functional Training Regiment change of command ceremony on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 16, 2024. The change of command ceremony is a military tradition marked by the passing of the unit’s colors from one commander to another. The colors are the symbol of authority, representing responsibility for the unit. During the ceremony, the battalion bid farewell to Lt. Col. Aaron Hamilton and welcomed Lt. Col. Paula Comerlato-Medley as the new commander. (Alaska National Guard photo by Balinda O’Neal)