Vice Admiral Andrew J. Tiongson walks toward the stage during the Pacific Area change-of-command ceremony on Base Alameda, Calif., July 8, 2022. The change of command ceremony is a historic military tradition. The event, which has remained unchanged for centuries, includes a reading of the command orders in the presence of all unit crew members to ensure continuity of command. U. S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Brandon Giles.

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