374th Civil Engineer Squadron Changes Command
Lt. Col. Timothy Scheffler (right), former 374th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, receives a meritorious service medal from Col. Ryan Vetter, 374th Mission Support Group commander, during a change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 26, 2023. Lt. Col. Michael Pluger assumed command of the 374th CES from Scheffler. The change of command ceremony is a tradition dating back to the Roman era, where military leaders would pass batons, colors, standards, or ensigns that symbolized the passing of command to subordinates in attendance, and ensured unit members were never without official leadership or a continuation of trust. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White)