21st Special Troops Battalion Transfer of Responsibility

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Richard Melton, color bearer, stands with Lt. Col. Thomas M. Dannenberg, 21st Special Troops Battalion commander, outgoing Sgt. Maj. Raymond Blas and incoming Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Raska prior to the passing of the colors during a transfer of responsibility ceremony on Panzer Kaserne, Germany, June 8, 2026. The passing of the colors symbolizes the transfer of responsibility and authority between senior enlisted leaders within the organization. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mya Webster)
U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Denice Malave (left), the 21st Theater Sustainment Command senior enlisted advisor, presents Sgt. Maj. Raymond Blas, outgoing 21st Special Troops Battalion senior enlisted advisor, a farewell gift during the 21st STB Transfer of Responsibility on Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, Germany, June 8, 2026. In the military, a farewell gift serves as a tangible symbol of respect, recognition, and camaraderie. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kadence Connors)