Cmdr. Brian Krautler (left), the outgoing commanding officer of Coast Guard Cutter Hickory, and Lt. Cmdr. Andrew Passic (right), incoming commanding officer of the Hickory, salute one another in a formal transfer of authority during, as Rear Adm. Daniel Abel (center), commander of Coast Guard 17th district, presides over their change of command ceremony in Seattle, June 16, 2015. Change of command ceremonies are a product of naval customs and traditions and are held at various naval units world-wide. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Amanda Norcross)