Guam gets 3 fast-response Coast Guard cutters

Dignitaries participate in a wreath presentation at the Sumay Memorial Ceremony, July 20, 2021.
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The Coast Guard’s three newest fast-response cutters were commissioned Thursday during a ceremony presided over by Adm. Karl Schultz, the Coast Guard’s commandant.
The Coast Guard Cutters Myrtle Hazard, Oliver Henry and Frederick Hatch were commissioned during a rare triple-commissioning ceremony at their new homeport at Coast Guard Forces Micronesia Sector Guam, a news release stated.
“The triple commissioning of Coast Guard Cutters Myrtle Hazard, Oliver Henry and Frederick Hatch signals our dedication to regional partners and the growing maritime demand in the region,” said Capt. Nick Simmons, commander of Coast Guard Forces Micronesia Sector Guam. “It was an honor to celebrate this historic event with the crews, families and sponsors for each cutters’ namesake.”

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