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  1. How to Write a Change of Command Speech

    The Chain of Command for the opportunity. The Outgoing Commander & his/her family. Your spouse & family. The troops, and express gratitude for the honor of joining their team. Write two sentences about the privilege to command and how you're looking forward to what the future will bring. Do not say " All policies and procedures remain in ...

  2. How to write a Change of command speech as Outgoing Commander

    A change of command speech or change of responsibility speech have the same basic structure whether it is for Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force or Coast Guard. Whether it is a ceremony for a company, brigade or battalion, wing or installation-level, the only change is the formality. ... Tips for Outgoing Commander Change of command speech ...

  3. Change of Responsibility Script

    narrator: the change of responsibility is a simple yet traditional event that is rich with symbolism and heritage. the key to the ceremony is the passing of the unit's ... note: csms come to parade rest during speeches. narrator: " ladies and gentlemen, the outgoing sergeant major, ...

  4. Change of Command Sample Speech for keynote or guest speaker

    Many times a military change of command ceremony or change of responsibility ceremony have a top commander, keynote or guest speaker who highlights the accomplishments of both incoming and outgoing commander. Whether the military chance of command speech is for Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force or Coast Guard, it will share reoughly the same ...

  5. CSA's speech at change of responsibility ceremony

    And we will forever lose the precious gift of our freedom. As your Chief of Staff, I will ensure that we remain ready as the world's premier combat force, readiness to fight and win, and ground ...

  6. The Change Of Command Speech

    January 28, 2018 John. Incoming commander of The Sabalauski Air Assault School, Captain Kevin Gibbons, gives a speech during his Change of Command Ceremony, Wednesday, March 6, 2019. With 20 years of Naval Service under my belt, I've attended many, many change of command speeches. Some good, some not so, but they all follow a typical pattern.

  7. How to write a Change of command speech as Incoming Commander

    A change of command speech or change of responsibility speech have the same basic structure whether it is for Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force or Coast Guard. Whether it is a ceremony for a company, brigade or battalion, wing or installation-level, the only change is the formality. ... but it's really the outgoing commander's show. Talk 2-3 ...

  8. Army Change of Command Ceremony

    Army Change of Command Ceremony. In the military and many other organizations, commanding officers conduct a change of command between the incoming commander and the outgoing commander. The change of command ceremony is a formal passing of responsibility, authority and accountability of command from one leader to another.

  9. U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Change of Command Ceremony Address

    Outgoing Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein speaks during the CSAF Transfer of Responsibility ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Aug. 6, 2020. Goldfein served as the 21st chief of staff from 2016-2020. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chad Trujillo)

  10. How to Write a Change of Command Speech

    Keep it short (ish) (8-10 minutes) Introduction: go ahead and thank the key guests for attending. Welcome General Officers and equivalent Sergeants Major by name. Welcome your commander by name ...

  11. General Robert E. Lee Goodwin Outlines How to Write an Effective Change

    According to General Robert E. Lee Goodwin, as an incoming commander, your speech should be short. It is not time for you to outline your 'manifesto,' you will have time for that with your soldiers later. Give the outgoing commander more time to speak as this is their last time; they have more to reminisce- your speech shouldn't be longer ...

  12. Four points to build an effective Change of Command speech

    The numbers themselves aren't important, but rather the ratio of time given for each speaker (3:2:1). The incoming commander should have the least amount of time because they have the most time to talk later. To achieve this feat, shape your speech around these four "Thank You" points: family and guests of honor, new group and wing ...

  13. Change of Responsibility Speech Hernandez.docx

    Change of Responsibility Speech By: 1SG Hernandez Good morning, COL Anderson, CSM Velez, LTC Reibestein, CSM Lafratta, distinguished guest, family, friends, and Soldiers of HHC Brigade Support Battalion. First, I would like to thank my Lord Jesus Christ for giving me the strength to continue to serve my country. Thank you LTC Reibestein, CSM Lafratta for giving me the opportunity to serve in ...

  14. Change of Command > U.S. Strategic Command > Speeches & Transcripts

    Your service to our nation for the last 34-plus years has been inspirational. Well done, my friend. And please know that Marge and I wish you, Kathy and your family all the best in the future and we hope you continue to count the Kehlers among your many, many friends. I'm deeply honored to be part of United States Strategic Command again.

  15. Change of Responsibility Incoming Speech Example 2.doc

    Change of Responsibility Speech By: 1SG XXXXX Good morning, {INCLUDE CHAIN OF COMMAND AS APPROPRIATE} distinguished guest, friends, and Soldiers of the 1 st Replacement Company. First and foremost I would like to thank {BN CDR AND CSM} for giving me the opportunity to serve as the 1SG of the {INSERT UNIT}. I would also like to thank {PREVIOUS UNIT COMMANDER} for releasing me from {INSERT LAST ...

  16. 1st TSC HHC holds change of responsibility

    FORT KNOX, Ky. --. Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Special Troops Battalion, 1st Theater Sustainment Command held a change of responsibility ceremony Oct.1 in front of the 1st TSC headquarters here. 1st Sgt. Antwan D. Stanley, outgoing first sergeant, relinquished his responsibility as the top enlisted Soldier in HHC to 1st Sgt. Charles ...

  17. USPACFLT Change of Command Ceremony > U.S. Indo-Pacific Command > Speeches

    USPACFLT Change of Command Ceremony. Thanks, CNO, for those remarks - and for your exceptional leadership of America's Navy. It's a privilege to be here today to honor two outstanding American patriots - and two personal friends: Scott "Notso" Swift and Chris "Lung" Aquilino - I think only Trish and Laura call them "Scott ...

  18. Turning Over of The Key of Responsibility Speech

    This document contains the turnover and acceptance speeches for the position of Supreme Student Government President at Pulungmasle High School. In his turnover speech, the outgoing president Jaymark Alviz thanks the principal, adviser, officers, teachers, students and successors for their support during his term. He passes on the symbolic key representing responsibility to the new officers ...

  19. What's wrong with the Change of Responsibility Ceremony?

    Ahead of it in the FM is the Change of Command ceremony, a well established and historical ceremony steeped in tradition. The COR as written looks and smells a lot like that, and it appears to me that some people ain't happy NCOs are bastardizing the Change of Command. Forming the troops, handing out the flowers and bringing flags or guidons ...

  20. Incoming CSM chooses actions over words

    Under a sunny spring sky, the 117th Space Battalion took a step toward the future by conducting a change of responsibility from Command Sgt. Maj. Timothy P. Ward to Command Sgt. Maj. Dean R ...

  21. The 'Legion' Battalion Holds Change of Responsibility Ceremony

    The change of responsibility is a simple yet traditional event that is rich with symbolism and heritage. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. ... the outgoing command sergeant major of HHBN, 3rd ID, with the ...

  22. Change of Responsibility Ceremony for first sergeant at 200th MP

    FORT MEADE, Md. - With tears filling her eyes, 1st Sgt. Tomeka Johnson-Nunn addressed a formation of Soldiers at the 200th Military Police Command, Headquarters and Headquarters Company's Change of Responsibility ceremony, Sept. 8, 2018, Fort Meade, Maryland. Johnson-Nunn served as the first sergeant of the unit for the last two years.

  23. Change of Responsibility Speech by Outgoing NCO

    Change of Responsibility Speech by Outgoing NCO. $39.94 $29.94. These speeches are ideal for an NCO who has been trasnferred or is resigning from the army. They speak of the meaning of army life.They express his thanks for the loyalty and support of his troops during his period of command. They speak of the symbolism of the sword in the ...

  24. Guest Speaker: Commander, Surface Force Atlantic Change of Command

    Well, good morning! Thank you for joining me here on the waterfront aboard the awesome USS Mesa Verde for a very special event. We are gathered here today to celebrate the time-honored tradition of the change of command - where responsibility, authority, and accountability passes seamlessly from one highly capable commander to the next.