Coast Guard

The Coast Guard was established on Aug. 4, 1790.  The Coast Guard is charged with maritime security, safety, and stewardship. While the Coast Guard operates under the Department of Homeland Security during peacetime, during times of war, it can be transferred to the Department of the Navy, as it did in WWI and WWII.

The Coast Guard is comprised of approximately 40,000 active duty personnel supported by an additional 7,000 reservists.

Coast Guard News

NTSB: Coast Guard Ignored Duck Boat Safety Proposals

Investigators say the changes might have prevented last year's Missouri accident, which killed 17 people.

Woman Who Scammed Coast Guard Veteran Gets 10-Year Prison Sentence

The woman was convicted of scamming an 82-year-old Florida veteran out of his life savings.

Coast Guard Football Coach Bill George to Retire Following Saturday's Season Finale

He has been the head football coach at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy for the past 21 seasons.

Lawmakers Call for Stronger Boating Safety Measures as Coast Guard Rejects Recommendations

Members of California's congressional delegation say it's time for the Coast Guard to consider stronger protections.

Coast Guard to Name New Cutters After Reservists Who Died Responding to 9/11 Attacks

Two Sentinel-class fast response cutters will be named for Coast Guard veterans who lost their lives as first responders.

Coast Guard Frees an Unsightly Fisher Island Guest -- a Grounded 200-Foot Cargo Vessel

A Panamanian-flagged cargo vessel ran aground just north of Fisher Island.

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Coast Guard Equipment

MH-60 Jayhawk

Cyclone Class Coastal Patrol Ship - PC

C-37A

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Coast Guard Basic PFT

The Coast Guard physical fitness program is designed to ensure that all Coast Guard members have the strength and stamina to...

Coast Guard Fitness Requirements

USCG Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA)

Body Composition Tests

Are You Fit to Serve?

Join the Coast Guard

The History and Roles of the Coast Guard

The Unique Role of the U.S. Coast Guard

Coast Guard Jobs At a Glance

How To Become A Coast Guard Officer

Coast Guard Weight Requirements At a Glance

Coast Guard Boot Camp Timeline At a Glance

Coast Guard Special Pay

Hazardous Duty Incentive Pay

Coast Guard Sea Pay