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An engraving portraying another of Martin’s cutters, the sailing Revenue Cutter Morris. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Aug. 27, 2025

CAPT Francis Martin—the most ancient of “Ancient Mariners” with 63 years of service!

After retiring at age 93, Captain Francis Martin holds the title for the Coast Guard’s all-time Ancient Mariner.

The Robotics and Autonomous Systems Program Executive Office (RAS PEO) will focus on integrating uncrewed systems (UxS) across all 11 of its statutory missions.

Aug. 25, 2025

Coast Guard accelerating use of unmanned systems

Robotics and Autonomous Systems Program Executive Office (RAS PEO) also developing new Robotics Mission rating

A World War II photograph showing the various canine breeds used by the Coast Guard in World War II. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Aug. 22, 2025

A Coastie’s best friend—Over 80 years of Coast Guard canines!

From WWII beach patrols to post-9/11 explosive detection, the Coast Guard's canine program has a rich history of evolving to meet emerging threats and safeguard our nation.

A Coast Guard Air Station Houston MH-65 Dolphin helicopter aircrew rescued eight people aboard a vessel 40 miles south of Galveston, Texas, May 28, 2024. Weather conditions at the time of the rescues were 30 knot winds and 8-foot seas.

Aug. 21, 2025

Coast Guard announces search and rescue (SAR) award winners

Congratulate your 2025 Association for Rescue at Sea (AFRAS) Gold and Silver Medals and Geoff Pagels SAR Professional of the Year Awards recipients!

Current image of the 200-year-old Black Rock Light standing as a lone sentinel on Fayerweather Island. (Wikipedia)

Aug. 20, 2025

The Long Blue Line: Courage like Kate—The legacy of keeper Kathleen Moore

Lighthouse keeper Kate Moore was a trailblazer at a time in our history when opportunities for women were very limited.

A close-knit crew, great community, and fulfilling mission all make CGC Isaac Mayo the best place to work.

Aug. 20, 2025

Best Places to Work: Coast Guard Cutter Isaac Mayo

A close-knit crew, great community, and fulfilling mission all make Coast Guard Cutter Isaac Mayo the best place to work.

CG Marathon

Aug. 19, 2025

2026 Coast Guard Marathon registration is now open

Honoring lightkeepers and maritime legacy, the Coast Guard Marathon is the official race of the United States Coast Guard.

The U.S. Coast Guard's new "Chief Petty Officer Class" of Waterways Commerce Cutters, named in honor of Coast Guard Chief Petty Officers, will replace the legacy river tender fleet.

Aug. 15, 2025

"Chief Petty Officer Class" announced for new Waterways Commerce Cutters

The U.S. Coast Guard's new "Chief Petty Officer Class" of Waterways Commerce Cutters will be named in honor of Coast Guard Chief Petty Officers.

Divers deployed to Vietnam aboard the cutter Point Young. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Aug. 15, 2025

Coast Guard Diving—over 80 years of history!

The Coast Guard has a rich history of underwater operations. Since the early 1940s, the service has nurtured a diving capability that has become vital to modern Coast Guard missions.

165-foot cutter Thetis. (Coast Guard Collection)

Aug. 13, 2025

Rear Admiral Frederick Billard—commander, warrior, educator and mastermind of rapid expansion

"Frederick Chamberlayne Billard must rank with the greatest commandants of the Coast Guard." - Robert Erwin Johnson, Guardians of the Sea

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