Photo Story: Assumption of Responsibility

(Columbia, S.C.) - Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell assumed responsibility for the Columbia Recruiting Battalion today, July 6, 2012. The Assumption of Responsibility ceremony was followed by a reception for battalion staff, friends and family. For the full set of photos and more, visit our flickr page: http://www.flickr.com/photos/columbiarctgbn/sets/72157630457396762/.

The Assumption of Responsibility ceremony begins

Command Sgt. Major Joe Campbell's mother and aunt are presented with flowers

Lieutenant Colonel Chris Forsythe and Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell, family, and battalion recruiters bow their heads for a prayer during the ceremony

Recruiters from the battalion's companies listen to Lieutenant Colonel Chris Forsythe's remarks

The Assumption of Responsibility is symbolized with the passing of the battalion flag

Lieutenant Colonel Chris Forsythe welcomes Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell

Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell's family listens as he is welcomed to the battalion

Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell makes his remarks during the ceremony

Recruiters clap at the conclusion of Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell's remarks

Lieutenant Colonel Chris Forsythe and Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell stand together at the end of the Assumption of Responsibility ceremony 

Celebratory cake at the Assumption of Responsibility reception

Friends, family, recruiters and staff enjoy a buffet during the reception

Recruiters line up to meet Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell

Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell and his family

Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell and his mother

Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell cuts the cake during the reception

Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell and First Sergeants cut the cake together

Lieutenant Colonel Chris Forsythe and Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell cut the cake together

The Assumption of Responsibility program

After the reception, Command Sergeant Major Joe Campbell gives a philosophy briefing to the recruiters, explaining his goals and expectations for the battalion 

Chloe Rodgers

Columbia Recruiting Battalion