Vice Adm. Charles Ray, commander of Coast Guard Pacific Area, Defense Forces West, presents a meritorious service medal to Capt. Aldante Vinciguerra, former commanding officer of USCGC Sherman (WHEC 720), during a change of command ceremony at Coast Guard Base Honolulu, June 3, 2016. The change of command ceremony is a time-honored tradition which formally transfers responsibility, authority and accountability from one individual to another. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Melissa E. McKenzie/Released)