Lt. Jalle Merritt smiles at remarks from Capt. Nicholas Simmons during a change of command ceremony for USCGC Myrtle Hazard (WPC 1139) at Victor Pier in Apra Harbor, Guam, on April 19, 2024. After two years as commanding officer, Merritt leaves Guam to join the vice commandant's staff as military aide. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Josiah Moss)