Capt. Breanna Knutson (left), commander, Coast Guard Sector North Bend, claps as Master Chief Scott Slade (middle) embraces his wife Chief Warrant Officer Beth Slade (right) during a change of command ceremony at Coast Guard Station Coos Bay in Coos A coast guard station in Oregon has a familiar face taking over the command post — the spouse of the current commander.
A change of command ceremony for a husband and wife was held on Friday, June 10 at Coast Guard Station Coos Bay in Coos Bay, Oregon.
Master Chief Scott Slade is assuming command of the station from his wife, Chief Warrant Officer Beth Slade.The change of command ceremony, according to the Coast Guard, is a time-honored military tradition that marks a transfer of total responsibility and authority from one individual to another.
The ceremony is conducted to formally demonstrate the continuity of authority within a U.S. military command.Master Chief Scott Slade said he’s ready for the challenge of manning the 45-person crew, but is a bit "intimidated.""It’s so special to be taking over the crew from my wife," he said. "The expectation is high and the crew is ready.