Photo Release: Coast Guard Base Seattle transfers command

[The Patriot]

SEATTLE — Coast Guard Capt. Mark P. Lebeau reads his orders as he assumes command of Base Seattle at a ceremony held at Pier 36, Apr. 19, 2012. Established in 2010, Base Seattle's primary mission is to provide support for Coast Guard operations, which includes 1,600 personnel spread over 11 shore commands and five cutters. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Nathan W. Bradshaw.

SEATTLE — Coast Guard Capt. Robert Klapproth (right) receives the Meritorious Service Medal from Rear Adm. Richard T. Gromlich (left) for his achievement as the first commander of Base Seattle, Apr. 19, 2012. Established in 2010, Base Seattle's primary mission is to provide support for Coast Guard operations, which includes 1,600 personnel spread over 11 shore commands and five cutters. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Nathan W. Bradshaw.



SEATTLE — Coast Guard Capt. Marc P. Lebeau succeeded Capt. Robert J. Klapproth as commanding officer of Base Seattle during a change-of-command ceremony at the base, Thursday.

The change-of-command ceremony is a time-honored tradition and deeply rooted in Coast Guard and Naval history. The event signifies a total transfer of responsibility, authority and accountability for the command. The ceremony is attended by all members of the unit so they all witness the transfer of leadership.

Base Seattle provides support to more than 1,600 personnel located at 16 shore units and five cutters. Support services provided by the base include: Facilities Engineering, Personnel Support, Health Safety and Work Life, Naval Engineering Support, Electronic Systems Support, Comptroller, as well as Procurement and Contracting. The base falls under the command of Rear Adm. Richard T. Gromlich, the current Director of Operational Logistics.

For additional information, please contact the 13th Coast Guard District Public Affairs Office at (206) 220-7237.




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