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Two graphic images superimposed with one another. At the bottom it reads "The Long Blue Line." The image on the left is a house with bells and trees and says "Seasons Greetings." On the right, is a Large posiedon like charachter and it says "A salty, hearty, merry christmas. From the Onondaga."

Dec. 22, 2023

The Long Blue Line: Merry Christmas from the Galley! — the Coast Guard’s collection of vintage Christmas Menus

The Coast Guard Historian’s Office recently unearthed several shipboard Christmas menus in its Archives and Special Collections. They are few, but rather colorful and provide insight into a bright spot in an otherwise monotonous lifestyle at sea.

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Dec. 14, 2023

Don’t miss the opportunity! The 2024 Inspirational Leadership Awards are accepting nominations

Nominate the leader that has moved and inspired you. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024.

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Nov. 22, 2023

A Holiday Season of support

If you find yourself or a loved one having trouble this holiday season, support is always available. CG SUPRT offers a variety of services, including free and confidential supportive counseling, and is available 24/7/365.

Electrician’s Mate First Class Petty Officer Dustin Thomas (left), Boatswain’s Mate First Class Petty Officer Shawn Wells (center), and Yeoman First Class Petty Officer Ashley Moulden (right) celebrate their reception into the hallowed ranks of Cuttermen aboard the CGC Willow on July 5, 2023. The Cutterman insignia signifies that they have exhibited the requisite professionalism and dedication to duty expected of seagoing Coast Guard personnel.

Nov. 1, 2023

“This is a challenge, and it is what you make of it.” — Why Petty Officer 1st Class Ashley Moulden serves at sea

“I want to see new places. I want that adventure. I want the experience and I want the sea time.”

Members moving after Sept. 30 should work with their commands and Personnel & Admin shop to arrange the move.

Sept. 25, 2023

PCS Assist Team ends Sept. 30

The Coast Guard’s seven-member Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Assist Team will wrap up on Sept. 30. 

A 1942 photograph of German submarine U-123 attacking the steamship Cyclops. (uboatarchives.net)

Aug. 25, 2023

The Long Blue Line: Coast Guard’s “Corsair Fleet” of World War II

Volunteer crews aboard a fleet of civilian sailing yachts hunted U-boats in the Atlantic.

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Aug. 14, 2023

Coast Guard announces Return to Service Team initiative

Campaign supports members separated due to COVID-19 vaccination status

Marine Safety Unit Chicago partnered with the Chicago Harbor Safety Committee and Illinois Department of Natural Resources this summer to develop and publish a passenger safety tool, Research Before Renting, for the public and Coast Guard boarding officers (BOs) at ports with chartered passenger vessels.

Aug. 8, 2023

Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Chicago’s new tool aids passengers — and boarding officers

“Research Before Renting” campaign promotes more informed and safer charter practices.

Petty Officer 1st Class Benjamin Yoder poses with FN Peele while taking a break during law enforcement training at the Portsmouth, Va., shooting range.

Aug. 2, 2023

“An experience you’re not gonna get anywhere else.” — Why Petty Officer 1st Class Benjamin Yoder serves at sea  

I wanted a little direction and opportunity for adventure, so we drove 4 1/2 hours from Wyoming to the nearest recruiter — and here I am. 

Coast Guard Strike team members Petty Officer 2nd Class C.J. Marsh and Petty Officer 1st Class Tina Kimball assess vessels damaged in Hurricane Ian for potential pollution threats, Fort Myers, Florida, Nov. 1, 2022. Coast Guard environmental response teams are deployed to southwest Florida and working closely with interagency partners to identify and mitigate environmental hazards after the storm. (Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Lisa Ferdinando)

July 13, 2023

Got “_PQ”? CG-OEM updates to ICS program make qualification easier than ever

New competency designation, updated resources aid those seeking ICS qualification and certification