Vice Adm. Joe Buzzella assumes command of Coast Guard Pacific Area, Defense Force West [Image 2 of 5]

ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

03.26.2026

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Charlie Valor 

U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

Vice Adm. Joe Buzzella recites the oath of office during an assumption of command ceremony, March 26, 2026, at Coast Guard Island, Alameda, California. The ceremony formally marked Vice Adm. Joe Buzzella as the commander of Coast Guard Pacific Area and Defense Force West. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Charlie Valor)

• Date Taken: 03.26.2026
• Date Posted: 03.31.2026 16:15
• Photo ID: 9586285
• VIRIN: 250326-G-AW476-1008
• Resolution: 5663x3964
• Size: 2.34 MB
• Location: ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA, US