In this photo released by the Coast Guard Rear Adm. John P. Currier, former commander of the 13th Coast Guard District, is awarded the Legion of Merit by Vice Adm. Jody A. Breckenridge, Commander, Coast Guard Pacific Area, during the 13th Coast Guard District's change of command ceremony in Seattle, Tuesday, July 14, 2009. Currier has been selected for promotion to the rank of Vice Admiral and will serve as the new Coast Guard chief of staff.(U.S. Coast Guard photo/Petty Officer 2nd Class Eric J. Chandler)