U.S. Coast Guard Dress Blue Uniform - Official Ceremonial Attire #264945 (License: Personal Use)

This illustration depicts a U.S. Coast Guard officer in the Service Dress Blue uniform, characterized by its navy-blue coat, white peaked cap with gold emblem, and red-and-white shoulder cord (for officers). The uniform includes rank insignia on sleeves, a white cross-belt with gold buckle, service ribbons on the left chest, and a ceremonial sword held in the right hand. The attire is reserved for formal occasions such as change-of-command ceremonies, parades, and official portraits.

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