U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Douglas K. Clark, left, outgoing commanding general of 4th Marine Divsion, relinquishes command to Brig. Gen. John K. Jarrard, incoming commanding general, at Marine Corps Support Facility, New Orleans, May 23, 2024. A change of command ceremony symbolizes the transfer of authority, ensures continuity of leadership, honors the outgoing commander, welcomes the incoming commander, fosters unit cohesion, and upholds military tradition and values. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Casey Ornelas)