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    Coast Guard to receive new district commander for California operations [Image 6 of 6]

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    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely a change of command or retirement ceremony. Two senior officers — one in a dark blue uniform and one in a white naval dress uniform — are exchanging or passing a folded flag or pennant. The setting features patriotic red, white, and blue bunting, a flagpole, and additional uniformed personnel standing at attention in the background.

    ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    07.23.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Brandon Giles  

    U.S. Coast Guard Southwest

    Rear Adm. Peter W. Gautier, outgoing Eleventh Coast Guard District commander, is presented his flag by Command Master Chief R. Shane Hooker, Eleventh Coast Guard Command Master Chief, during a change-of-command ceremony on Coast Guard Island in Alameda, Calif., July 23, 2020. The change-of-command ceremony is a time-honored tradition that represents a total transfer of responsibility, authority and accountability from one individual to another. (U. S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Brandon Giles)

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    Date Taken: 07.23.2020
    Date Posted: 07.23.2020 15:53
    Photo ID: 6283916
    VIRIN: 200723-G-LB502-912
    Resolution: 6240x4160
    Size: 3.04 MB
    Location: ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 54
    Downloads: 5

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    An outdoor military ceremony is taking place on a grassy area near a waterfront, with uniformed personnel rendering salutes toward a stage. The stage features two officers in white dress uniforms, a color guard holding flags including the American flag, and a podium decorated with red, white, and blue bunting. Folding chairs are arranged in rows with socially distanced spacing, suggesting a formal change of command or similar military ceremony.
    Two senior United States Coast Guard officers in formal white dress uniforms are participating in an official military ceremony. A female officer in the foreground is reading from a black folder while a male officer stands at attention beside her. The United States Coast Guard seal, dated 1790, is prominently displayed on a wooden podium in the left foreground.
    A United States Coast Guard officer in white dress uniform is delivering a speech at an outdoor podium bearing the official U.S. Coast Guard seal. The ceremony appears formal, likely a memorial, change of command, or official commemorative event, evidenced by floral arrangements and a blue-draped stage. The setting is outdoors with overcast skies and trees visible in the background.
    A senior military officer in white dress uniform is rendering a formal salute. The individual displays numerous medals, ribbons, and insignia consistent with a high-ranking officer, wearing a white peaked cap with gold detailing. The image is taken from a low angle against a backdrop of trees and overcast sky.
    Three U.S. Coast Guard officers in white dress uniforms are standing at attention and saluting on a decorated ceremonial stage. The stage features a podium bearing the U.S. Coast Guard seal, red and white floral arrangements, and patriotic bunting in red, white, and blue with stars. The setting appears to be an outdoor change of command or official military ceremony near a waterfront.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely a change of command or retirement ceremony. Two senior officers — one in a dark blue uniform and one in a white naval dress uniform — are exchanging or passing a folded flag or pennant. The setting features patriotic red, white, and blue bunting, a flagpole, and additional uniformed personnel standing at attention in the background.

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