USS Fort Lauderdale Holds First Change of Command

The USS Fort Lauderdale, a United States Navy ship, recently conducted its first change of command ceremony. [{ "selector": ".znfxn-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 409px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The change of command ceremony signifies the transfer of leadership from one commanding officer to another. [{ "selector": ".widlr-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 424px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The ceremony took place at a designated location on board the USS Fort Lauderdale, with the ship's crew and distinguished guests in attendance. [{ "selector": ".tjpxb-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 402px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Commander Smith expressed gratitude to the crew for their dedication and hard work during his tenure and wished them success. [{ "selector": ".iqreg-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 417px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Commander Johnson acknowledged the challenges ahead and emphasized her commitment to the ship and its crew. [{ "selector": ".dglrs-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 418px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The change of command ceremony is a time-honored tradition in the Navy, symbolizing continuity and the passing of the baton. [{ "selector": ".mjtoa-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 391px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The commanding officer plays a crucial role in guiding the ship's mission, ensuring the safety of the crew. [{ "selector": ".exzwr-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 422px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The USS Fort Lauderdale, a commissioned ship of the U.S. Navy, is named in honor of the city of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. [{ "selector": ".sxtwb-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 386px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]