Vice Adm. Andrew Tiongson (Left), Capt. Robert J. Berry (Center), and Capt. James J. Camp (Right) render salute during a change of command ceremony for the Coast Guard Maritime Security Response Team West in San Diego, July 9, 2025. The change of command ceremony is a time-honored tradition and formal ritual conducted before the assembled company of a command to confirm to the unit’s men and women that the authority of command is maintained. The ceremony is a transfer of total responsibility, authority, and accountability from one individual to another. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Ian Nuhfer)