Coast Guard Cutter Stratton Holds Change of Command [Image 3 of 5]

KOTZEBUE, ALASKA, UNITED STATES

08.23.2026

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

U.S. Coast Guard Rear Adm. Dorothy Hernaez delivers her departing remarks during a change of command ceremony for the U.S. Coast Guard Legend-class national security cutter Stratton (WMSL 752) while anchored off Kotzebue, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2026. Under Hernaez’s command, the Stratton crew conducted maritime interdiction operations, demonstrated joint capabilities, and achieved high scores during operational readiness assessments. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Ensign Claire Semerod)

• Date Taken: 08.23.2026
• Date Posted: 08.27.2026 16:14
• Photo ID: 9893562
• VIRIN: 260824-G-G0200-1004
• Resolution: 1365x2048
• Size: 998.78 KB
• Location: KOTZEBUE, ALASKA, US