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    Command of nation’s only heavy icebreaker changes hands [Image 3 of 7]

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    A U.S. Coast Guard ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a hangar bay or ship's deck space. Two personnel in the center are exchanging salutes, with one individual wearing a medal on their uniform, suggesting a formal recognition or award ceremony. The space is decorated with numerous colorful unit patches and murals on the walls, including references to 'AVDET' aviation detachments and Arctic/polar deployments.

    VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    06.12.2020

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    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

    Capt. Gregory Stanclik salutes Seaman Graham Carpenter before receiving a ship’s commissioning pennant during a modified change-of-command ceremony held aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star (WAGB 10) while the cutter undergoes maintenance in Vallejo, California, dry dock facility, June 12, 2020. Cmdr. (Capt. Select) William Woityra relieved Stanclik as commanding officer of the Polar Star during a scaled-back ceremony presided over by Vice Adm. Linda Fagan, commander Pacific Area. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Shelbi Kreiger
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    Date Taken: 06.12.2020
    Date Posted: 06.12.2020 18:36
    Photo ID: 6240045
    VIRIN: 200612-G-G0200-1183
    Resolution: 6016x4016
    Size: 9.55 MB
    Location: VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA, US
    Hometown: SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, US
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    Downloads: 7

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    A U.S. Coast Guard officer is speaking at a podium equipped with a microphone, appearing to deliver a speech or briefing. The officer is wearing a navy blue Coast Guard uniform with a name tag reading 'WOITYRA' and a cap with 'POLAR STAR' visible. The setting appears to be aboard a vessel, indicated by the industrial background featuring fire hoses, a 'Primary Hose Station' sign, and various shipboard equipment.
    A U.S. Coast Guard officer stands at a wooden podium and addresses an audience in what appears to be a hangar or industrial bay aboard a vessel or station. The setting is informal but official, with colorful unit murals and deployment memorabilia visible on the walls in the background. Two other personnel in matching dark blue uniforms are visible in the foreground, facing the speaker.
    A U.S. Coast Guard ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a hangar bay or ship's deck space. Two personnel in the center are exchanging salutes, with one individual wearing a medal on their uniform, suggesting a formal recognition or award ceremony. The space is decorated with numerous colorful unit patches and murals on the walls, including references to 'AVDET' aviation detachments and Arctic/polar deployments.
    A formal military or Coast Guard ceremony is taking place inside a large hangar facility. Personnel in navy blue uniforms are standing at attention while officers speak from podiums at either end of the space. The hangar walls are decorated with numerous colorful unit patches, cruise posters, and commemorative artwork.
    A U.S. Coast Guard ceremony taking place in what appears to be a hangar or ship bay. Three personnel in blue Coast Guard uniforms are present, with two in the foreground appearing to conduct an official presentation or award ceremony. The setting is decorated with unit banners including 'AVDET 150' and 'AWS OO AVDET' insignia, along with an American flag and Coast Guard flag.
    A U.S. Coast Guard officer named Stanclik is speaking at a podium with a microphone, wearing a blue uniform with a medal and a CGC Polar Star cap. The setting appears to be aboard a Coast Guard vessel, likely in a hangar or mechanical bay area. The occasion appears to be a formal ceremony, evidenced by the medal on his uniform.
    Two U.S. Coast Guard personnel are exchanging salutes in what appears to be a shipboard workspace or hangar bay. The officer facing the camera wears a 'Pacific Area' cap and has the name tag 'FAGAN' visible on their uniform, with three stars indicating flag officer rank. An American flag is visible in the background alongside various equipment, signage, and a personnel roster board.

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