USCGC Polar Star holds a change-of-command ceremony

UNITED STATES

06.29.2026

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Adrian Sanchez villa 

U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

Coast Guard Capt. Jeffrey J. Rasnake, USCGC Polar Star (WAGB 10) commanding officer, delivers remarks during the cutter’s change-of-command ceremony at Coast Guard Base Seattle, June 29, 2026. Rasnake served as the cutter’s commanding officer since July 2024. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Adrian Sanchez Villa)

• Date Taken: 06.29.2026
• Date Posted: 07.01.2026 17:21
• Photo ID: 9783890
• VIRIN: 260629-G-GK178-1287
• Resolution: 8256x5504
• Size: 3.49 MB
• Location: US