ADMIRAL THOMAS H. COLLINS WASHINGTON DC

Washington , DC (July 2)--The U.S. Coast Guard's Commandant Adm. Thomas H. Collins. Admiral Collins assumed the duties of Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard on May 30th, 2002. His leadership priorities are readiness, people and stewardship. He is personally committed to making effective use of emerging technologies and developing innovative methods to improve Coast Guard mission performance. DOT PHOTO