Rear Adm. Richard Gromlich, commander of the 13th Coast Guard District, awards Master Chief Petty Officer Jason Vanderhaden, former 13th Coast Guard District command master chief, the meritorious service medal during a change of the watch ceremony at Coast Guard Base Seattle, June 23, 2014. The command master chief serves as the primary link to the senior leadership for all active duty, reserve and civilian concerns. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Jordan Akiyama)
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