Capt. Philip Schifflin relieved Capt. Peter Gautier as commander of Coast Guard Sector New Orleans in an official change-of-command ceremony at the port of New Orleans, June 27, 2014. The change-of-command ceremony is a time-honored tradition and deeply rooted in Coast Guard and Naval history. The event signifies a total transfer of responsibility, authority and accountability for the command. U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 3rd Class Ryan Tippets.
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