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U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa Lt. Col. Elizabeth Johnson, incoming commander, prepares to pass the garrison guidon during a Change of Command ceremony at Torii Station, Japan, June 18, 2025.
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From left, U.S. Army Lt. Col. Elizabeth Johnson, U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa incoming commander, and Lt. Col. Rachel Bowers, USAG Okinawa outgoing commander, prepare to pass the garrison guidon during the Change of Command Ceremony at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, on June 18, 2025.
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Audience members attend the U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa Change of Command ceremony at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, on June 18, 2025.
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U.S. Army Lt. Col. Rachel Bowers, U.S. Army Garrison outgoing commander, accepts the garrison guidon from Command Sgt. Maj. Wesley Davis, USAG Okinawa command sergeant major, during the Change of Command ceremony at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, on June 18, 2025.
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Audience members attend the U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa Change of Command ceremony at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, on June 18, 2025. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army Photo by Ichiro Tokashiki)
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From left, U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Wesley Davis, U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa command sergeant major; Lt. Col. Rachel R. Bowers, USAG Okinawa outgoing commander; U.S. Army Col. Marcus Hunter, U.S. Army Garrison Japan commander; and Lt. Col. Elizabeth Johnson, USAG Garrison Okinawa incoming commander, prepare to pass the garrison guidon during the Change of Command Ceremony at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, on June 18, 2025. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army Photo by Ichiro Tokashiki)
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U.S. Army Lt. Col. Elizabeth Johnson, U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa incoming commander, delivers remarks outlining her vision and goals during the Change of Command ceremony at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan on, June 18, 2025. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army Photo by Ichiro Tokashiki)
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U.S. Army Col. Marcus Hunter, U.S. Army Garrison Japan commander, delivers remarks during the U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa Change of Command ceremony at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan on, June 18, 2025. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army Photo by Ichiro Tokashiki)
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U.S. Army Lt. Col. Rachel Bowers, U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa outgoing commander, delivers farewell remarks during the Change of Command ceremony at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, on June 18, 2025. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army Photo by Ichiro Tokashiki)
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Carley Cysensky, wife of U.S. Army Lt. Col. Elizabeth Johnson, U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa incoming commander, receives a bouquet of flowers during the Change of Command ceremony at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, on June 18, 2025. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army Photo by Ichiro Tokashiki)
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TORII STATION, Okinawa, Japan – U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa held a Change of Command ceremony to bid farewell to Lt. Col. Rachel Bowers and welcome Lt. Col. Elizabeth Johnson at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, on June 18, 2025.
The ceremony marked the end of Bowers’ two-year assignment as garrison commander. She thanked the leadership, the garrison family and the local community for their support during her time here.
“Leadership is not a solitary endeavor; it requires the support, dedication and commitment of every single member of the team,” Bowers said. “To the Soldiers, civilians and family members who form the backbone of this installation, you are the heart and soul of this garrison.”
With new leadership in place, the garrison remains committed to supporting readiness and quality of life for the Okinawa military community.
Johnson said she is ready to serve the community, its Soldiers, civilians and families.
“It is a privilege to command and I am excited to be here,” Johnson said. “I look forward to continuing the strong service culture at USAG Okinawa, strengthening ties with our partners, and working with tenant units to advance their readiness.”
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