The Coast Guard was established on January 28, 1915. 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
US Coast Guard Intercepts Overloaded Boat of Haitians near Cuba
The U.S. Coast Guard repatriated 50 Haitian migrants Tuesday to the Haitian Coast Guard.
Coast Guard, Marines Join Navy in Concerns over Sleep Deprivation
Senior enlisted leaders from the three sea services said they continue to look at ways to ensure personnel get proper rest.
Coast Guard Wants to Award Contract for New Icebreaker Ahead of Plan
After releasing a request for proposals for its first heavy icebreaker in decades, the Coast Guard hopes to ink a contract ea...
Coast Guard Presence in Crisis Zones Highlights Rise of 'Grey Warfare'
Vice Adm. Charles Michel said the National Security Strategy highlighted the Coast Guard's capacity for hybrid warfare.
Coast Guard Cutter Stratton Returns to Home to Alameda
The Coast Guard Cutter Stratton returned home to Alameda after a 60-day deployment.
Coast Guard Station Removes Top Officer over 'Loss of Confidence'
The Coast Guard temporarily relieved the officer-in-charge of Station Noyo River in Fort Bragg.
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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...
