Cmdr. Jeffery Smith, outgoing commanding officer of USS Kentucky (SSBN 737), left, is presented the Meritorious Service Medal by Capt. Brian Humm, commodore of Submarine Squadron 19, right, during a change of command ceremony at the Naval Base Kitsap – Bangor base chapel. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kenneth G. Takada/Released)
By Petty Officer 1st Class Kenneth Takada
BANGOR, Wash. – Cmdr. Jeffery S. Smith, a native of Independence, Ky., was relieved by Cmdr. John W. Hale as commanding officer of USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) (Green) during a change of command ceremony at the Naval Base Kitsap
