Vice Adm. Michael F. McAllister (left) salutes Rear Adm. Peter W. Gautier (right) during the Pacific Area change of command ceremony presided by Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Karl L. Schultz (center) on Base Alameda, June 30, 2021. Pacific Area Command is the Coast Guard’s regional command element and force provider for maritime safety, security and stewardship throughout the Pacific. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Paul Dragin.