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    Three military officers in white dress uniforms are participating in what appears to be a formal change of command or awards ceremony. Two officers are shaking hands while a third observes, with a partial flag visible on the right side. The event appears to be taking place on an elevated outdoor platform with a city skyline visible in the background.

    UNITED STATES

    06.29.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Adrian Sanchez villa 

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

    Coast Guard Capt. Justin O. Vanden Heuvel assumes command of the USCGC Polar Star (WAGB 10) during the cutter's change-of-command ceremony at Coast Guard Base Seattle, June 29, 2026. Vanden Heuvel previously served as the Leadership Development Center's school chief of command and operations. (US. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Adrian Sanchez Villa)

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    Date Taken: 06.29.2026
    Date Posted: 07.10.2026 12:42
    Photo ID: 9783899
    VIRIN: 260629-G-GK178-1338
    Resolution: 8256x5504
    Size: 3.49 MB
    Location: US
    Web Views: 26
    Downloads: 2

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    A formal United States Coast Guard ceremony is taking place outdoors in an urban waterfront setting. A Coast Guard officer in dress whites is speaking at a podium bearing the USCG seal, while a senior officer seated nearby observes. A large Coast Guard flag is prominently displayed behind the podium.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place at a waterfront location, likely a port or naval facility. A senior officer in white dress uniform with multiple medals and gold insignia is conducting an inspection or review of personnel in lighter blue service uniforms. The setting appears to be an outdoor deck or pier with a city skyline and large vessel visible in the background.
    Two senior naval officers in white dress uniforms are engaged in a formal military ceremony, appearing to exchange or present a document or award. The event takes place at an elevated outdoor venue overlooking a harbor with a large vessel and a city skyline in the background. The backlighting creates a silhouette effect on the figures.
    A U.S. Coast Guard officer in white dress uniform is speaking at a podium during a formal ceremony, with an American flag displayed prominently behind him. He has his right hand placed over his chest in a gesture of sincerity or during a pledge. The urban skyline visible in the background suggests the event is taking place in a major city, likely near a waterfront.
    Three military officers in white dress uniforms are participating in what appears to be a formal change of command or awards ceremony. Two officers are shaking hands while a third observes, with a partial flag visible on the right side. The event appears to be taking place on an elevated outdoor platform with a city skyline visible in the background.
    Three United States Coast Guard officers in white dress uniforms are posing together at what appears to be a formal ceremony or official event. The central figure displays the most medals and insignia, suggesting senior rank. The setting appears to be an elevated indoor venue with a modern city skyline visible through large windows in the background.

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