 Now taking his position in the reviewing area is the commanding officer, Marine Aircraft Group 16, Colonel Eric Garcia. Now taking his position in the reviewing area is Colonel Sean B. Owen. Ladies and gentlemen, we now come to the ceremony's most solemn moment, the actual passing of command. The battle colors of Marine Corps unit symbolizes the authority and accountability of command. Transferring the colors during the ceremony symbolizes the relinquishing of command by Colonel Eric Garcia. And by accepting the colors, Colonel Sean Hohing accepts command and confirms his total commitment to the Marines and sailors that he will command. Sergeant Major Michael E. Cedena is delivering the colors to the commanding officer. From commanding in the Marine Corps to Colonel Eric Garcia, effective 1016 July 2021, you will stand relieved of your duties as the commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group 16, SIDE, David H. Berger General, United States Marine Corps. From the commanding of the Marine Corps to Colonel Sean P. Hohing, effective 1016 July 2021, you will assume the duties as the commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group 16, SIDE, David H. Berger General, United States Marine Corps. The President of the United States takes pleasure.