110722AU127-091 CHARLESTOWN, Mass. (July 22, 2011) Vice Adm. John Bird, right, Director of Navy Staff, Cmdr. Tim Cooper, the 71st commanding officer of USS Constitution, and Cmdr. Matt Bonner salute during the "Star-Spangled Banner" on the top deck of Constitution during the ship's change of command ceremony. Bonner relieved Cooper of command in a turnover that drew more than 300 guests.

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