U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Gavin Alatar, a crewmember aboard U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche (WMSL 751) breaks ice off of the MK-110 57MM Main Gun in the Bering Sea, Feb. 28, 2026. Waesche operates in harsh environments of while maintaining proficiency and readiness.(U.S. Coast Guard photo by Lt. j.g. Genzo Matua Gonzales)