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Drum Major Relief and Appointment
On June 26, 2014, the Marine Band conducted a Drum Major relief and appointment ceremony, officiated by Director Col. Michael J. Colburn. Drum Major Master Gunnery Sgt. William L. Browne was relieved by Gunnery Sgt. Duane F. King, making him the 40th Drum Major of “The President’s Own.” Immediately following the ceremony, Browne retired after 25 years in the Marine Corps. His retirement ceremony was officiated by the 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps, General James F. Amos.
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Tags: William Browne, Drum Major, Duane King, baldric, Mace
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Rachel Ghadiali |  VIRIN: 140625-M-SC493-077.JPG
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