Maj. Gen. H. Stacy Clardy III speaks to gathered Japanese officials and U.S. Marines and sailors during his assumption of command at the 3rd Marine Division change of command ceremony July 12 at the Camp Courtney theater. “I am so honored and humble to have this opportunity. To get the chance to come here, to this inspiring division, and take over for a good friend of mine is quite an honor for me,” said Clardy. “I very much look forward to serving with the finest division in the Marine Corps, and I look forward to the challenges ahead.” Clardy’s previous assignment was at Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps where he served as the Director of Operations with Plans, Policies and Operations. Padilla’s next command will be at Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps where he will serve as the Director of Operations with Plans, Policies and Operations. The division is part of III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brandon C. Suhr/Released)