NEW LONDON, Conn. Ð Capt. Eric C. Jones, commanding officer of Coast Guard Cutter Eagle, and prospective commanding officer, Capt. Raymond ÔWesÕ Pulver, inspect the ship's company prior to transferring command aboard the ship, Tuesday, July 10, 2012. The change of command ceremony is a time-honored event that formally transfers authority and accountability from one individual to another. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Erik Swanson.