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    U.S. Coast Guard Activities Far East welcomes new commander [Image 6 of 12]

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    Two United States Coast Guard officers in white dress uniforms are posing together while holding an open certificate folder displaying a 'Meritorious Service Medal' award from the United States of America. The ceremony appears to be taking place in a formal indoor setting with a red curtain backdrop and an American flag visible. One officer is presenting the award to the other in what appears to be an official military awards ceremony.

    YOKOTA AIR BASE, TOKYO, JAPAN

    06.10.2026

    Photo by Yasuo Osakabe 

    374th Airlift Wing

    From left, U.S. Coast Guard Rear Adm. Sean Regan, commander of Coast Guard Oceania District, and Capt. James Suffern, outgoing commander of Activities Far East, pose for a photo with a Meritorious Service Medal citation during a change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 11, 2026. Suffern received the award in recognition of his leadership and service while commanding Activities Far East, the Coast Guard’s primary operational command in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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    Date Taken: 06.10.2026
    Date Posted: 06.23.2026 00:57
    Photo ID: 9766690
    VIRIN: 260611-F-PM645-1007
    Resolution: 3600x2400
    Size: 2.8 MB
    Location: YOKOTA AIR BASE, TOKYO, JP
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    A senior military officer in white dress uniform is delivering a speech at a wooden podium. The setting appears to be a formal military ceremony, flanked by the United States flag on the left and what appears to be the Japanese flag on the right, against a dark red curtain backdrop.
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    Two United States Coast Guard officers in white dress uniforms are posing together while holding an open certificate folder displaying a 'Meritorious Service Medal' award from the United States of America. The ceremony appears to be taking place in a formal indoor setting with a red curtain backdrop and an American flag visible. One officer is presenting the award to the other in what appears to be an official military awards ceremony.
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    Two U.S. Coast Guard officers in white dress uniforms are exchanging salutes during what appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or promotion event. The officer on the right displays a higher rank indicated by gold oak leaf cap device and multiple medal ribbons. The ceremony is taking place indoors in front of a red curtain backdrop.
    A formal military ceremony, likely a change of command, is taking place on a stage with a red curtain backdrop. Two officers in white dress uniforms are exchanging salutes while a third officer stands at attention between them. The scene is consistent with U.S. Coast Guard dress whites based on the uniform style, cap devices, and medal arrangements.
    Three military officers in white dress uniforms are participating in what appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely a change of command or award presentation. Two officers are shaking hands in the foreground while a third officer applauds in the background. The setting features a red curtain backdrop and blue chairs, suggesting an auditorium or ceremonial hall.
    Three United States Coast Guard officers in white dress uniforms pose together for a formal photograph in front of a deep red curtain backdrop. All three display multiple service ribbons, medals, and rank insignia consistent with senior officer grades. The setting and attire suggest a formal military ceremony such as a change of command or retirement event.
    A female military officer in white dress uniform stands at a wooden podium speaking into a microphone. She is wearing a combination cover (officer's cap) with gold insignia and displays multiple service ribbons and medals on her uniform. An American flag is partially visible in the background, and a dark red curtain serves as the backdrop.

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