374th Dental Squadron Changes Command
Col. Brad Brough, left, 374th Medical Group commander, hands a squadron guidon to Col. Iris Ortiz Gonzalez, signifying her appointment as the new commander of the 374th Dental Squadron, during a change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 21, 2023. Ortiz Gonzalez assumed command of the 374th DS from Col. Craig Rhyne. The change of command ceremony is a tradition dating back to the Roman era, when military leaders would pass a baton, colors, standards, or ensigns that symbolized the passing of command to subordinates in attendance, ensuring unit members were never without official leadership or a continuation of trust. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)