Ocean City, MD. Flotilla commander Patrick Doherty Patrick Doherty (L) turns over command of District Five, AUX 12-05 at a Change of Watch to newly elected Laurence Kearney. Mr. Kearneyis a veteran naval officer who served in the Submarine Service in the Pacific area and lived in Hawaii for many years. He holds dual Irish-American citizenship. Photo by Joe Britvch USCGAUX.