Coast Guard commissions newest National Security Cutter in Boston Aug. 8, 2015
The Coast Guard commissioned its newest National Security Cutter, the 418-foot Coast Guard Cutter James, during a ceremony at Coast Guard Base Boston Aug. 8, 2015. Here, the crew of the James renders a hand salute during the blowing of the ship's whistles. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Ross Ruddell)

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