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Bronze sculpture of Richard Etheridge showing him later in life as Keeper of the Pea Island Life-Saving Service Station. (U.S. Coast Guard)

June 16, 2023

The Long Blue Line: 'To Never Halt or Falter'

Juneteenth witness Richard Etheridge’s service in the Battle of New Market Heights.

Flyer promoting U.S. Coast Guard members to attend in person or virtually, through Teams, a Juneteenth celebration.

June 16, 2023

Coast Guard celebrates Juneteenth on June 21

Join guest speaker, U.S. Rep. James Clyburn, in celebrating Juneteenth.

On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas. He informed the enslaved African Americans of their freedom and that the Civil War had ended. This momentous occasion has been celebrated as Juneteenth — a combination of June and 19 — for over 150 years.

June 14, 2022

How the US military helped create Juneteenth

Former Smithsonian historian shares Juneteenth National Independence Day history and impact

Sector New York hosts a virtual event to recognize Women’s Equality Day.

Jan. 14, 2022

Coast Guard special observances educate, celebrate contributions, and unite workforce   

Promoting cohesiveness through cultural awareness

USCG Office of Civil Rights logo

June 18, 2021

'Only through abandoning our comfort zones can we undo the hold of racism'

A message from Dr. Terri Dickerson, Civil Rights Director