Crew members from Coast Guard Cutter Frederick Mann (WPC 1160) stand at attention as they participate in the cutter’s change of command ceremony at Paradigm Pier in Kodiak, Alaska, July 22, 2026. A change of command ceremony is a time-honored tradition that represents the passing of authority from one commanding officer to the next.
(U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Nathan Bishop)