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    U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche (WMSL 751) holds change-of-command ceremony [Image 1 of 7]

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    Two U.S. Coast Guard officers in white dress uniforms are smiling and posing together under a tent at a Change of Command Ceremony. Both wear white officer caps with gold Coast Guard insignia and display name tags on their uniforms. The officer on the left holds a ceremony program booklet titled 'Change of Command Ceremony.'

    ALAMEDA,, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    07.09.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Danish Khan 

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

    Crew members, assigned to the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche (WMSL 751), hand out programs to attendees for Waeche’s change of command ceremony on Coast Guard Island in Alameda, California, July 9, 2026. The change-of-command ceremony is a time honored tradition that formally transfers authority, responsibility, and accountability from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Danish Khan.)

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    Date Taken: 07.09.2026
    Date Posted: 07.10.2026 12:45
    Photo ID: 9802602
    VIRIN: 260709-G-DK006-1033
    Resolution: 8256x5504
    Size: 5.3 MB
    Location: ALAMEDA,, CALIFORNIA, US
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    Two U.S. Coast Guard officers in white dress uniforms are smiling and posing together under a tent at a Change of Command Ceremony. Both wear white officer caps with gold Coast Guard insignia and display name tags on their uniforms. The officer on the left holds a ceremony program booklet titled 'Change of Command Ceremony.'
    A formal U.S. Coast Guard ceremony is taking place under a tent, with officers standing at attention in white dress uniforms. The foreground features a female officer identified by her name tag as 'DONAHUE, U.S. COAST GUARD,' wearing a dark navy cover with gold aviator wings insignia. Multiple officers are lined up in formation behind her, with additional personnel in lighter blue uniforms visible in the background.
    Three U.S. Coast Guard officers in white dress uniforms pose together under a white tent at what appears to be a formal military ceremony. All three wear officer cover caps with gold eagle insignia and display multiple service medals and ribbons on their chests. The setting appears to be a waterfront or pier location based on visible background elements.
    A group of military personnel, appearing to be U.S. Coast Guard members, are assembled under a white tent at what appears to be a formal ceremony or official event. The central figure is a senior officer in a white dress uniform adorned with multiple medals and rank insignia, consistent with a Captain or Commander rank. Surrounding personnel are wearing light blue working uniforms with various insignia and ribbons.
    A senior military officer in white dress uniform is speaking at a podium during a formal ceremony. An American flag is prominently displayed in the background, suggesting an official military event such as a change of command or commissioning ceremony. The officer displays numerous medals and insignia consistent with high-ranking status.
    Two U.S. 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 under a tent with an American flag visible in the background. This is a formal military awards or change-of-command ceremony.
    Three U.S. Coast Guard officers in white dress uniforms are posing together with joined hands, likely during a change of command ceremony. The central figure appears to be of higher rank based on the greater number of medals and insignia displayed. An American flag is partially visible in the background beneath a white tent.

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