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U.S. Army Gen. Paul Nakasone (middle) and Coast Guard Capt. Kevin Carroll (right) get a tour of the bridge aboard the Spirit of Norfolk while transiting to Coast Guard Base Portsmouth, Virginia, March 6, 2020. The two servicemembers were participating in the Cyber Component Commanders’ Conference, which served to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining strong cyber security postures within the Coast Guard. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Seaman Katlin Kilroy)

Feb. 25, 2021

New officer resource: Cyber officer career guide

The Office of Cyberspace Forces and the Coast Guard Cyber Command (CG CYBER) developed a new guide to assist thousands of people working on cyberspace-related missions map out their careers. 

The Coast Guard today honors Deirdre Green, who retired as a Storekeeper First Class and then dedicated herself to finding and sharing stories about African Americans in the Coast Guard. Courtesy photo.

Feb. 24, 2021

Unsung Hero: Coast Guard honors Deirdre Green for uncovering stories of African Americans 

Green’s work helped the service celebrate Dr. Olivia Hooker, many others

Emlen Tunnell was the first African American to play NFL football for the New York Giants. Tunnell also posthumously received the Coast Guard Silver Lifesaving Medal for his actions in World War II. (U.S. Coast Guard courtesy photo)

Feb. 23, 2021

Podcast: Football legend, Coast Guard hero

Podcast on Emlen Tunnell, an NFL legend and Coast Guard hero.

SOUTHCOM Podcast

Feb. 22, 2021

SOUTHCOM Podcast Ep. 3: Illegal, Unreported, Unregulated Fishing

It's not just about the fish!

The view from aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star (WAGB 10) while the cutter is at anchor in Taylor Bay, Alaska, Thursday, February 11, 2021. The 45-year-old heavy icebreaker is nearing the end of a months-long patrol to project power and support national security objectives throughout Alaskan waters and into the Arctic.

Feb. 18, 2021

'Wildly alive' aboard Polar Star

With my husband's support, I found the bravery to leave my children for 80 days at sea. I'll see them again this weekend.

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Feb. 17, 2021

Parents: Webinars to support your child's dental hygiene

Join DHA's dental team to talk about dental health

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Feb. 16, 2021

Young artists: Enter the 2021 student art contest

This year's theme is "Seafarers: At the core of shipping's future."

2021 P&G Military virtual event

Feb. 12, 2021

Family event: Join NFL stars Aaron Jones, Jonathan Allen, during the ProCamps kick-off

Kick-off open to all ages! These camps teach military children the fundamentals of football, teamwork and how to make new friends. 

Coast Guard rescues 3 stranded on Anguilla Cay, Bahamas

Feb. 10, 2021

Watch: Coast Guard crew rescues group stranded on a Bahamas island for 33 days

Group apparently survived on coconuts

A crew member aboard Cutter Flying Fish salutes after hoisting the flag during morning colors.

Feb. 10, 2021

Coast Guard updates transgender policy

No Coast Guard members were separated due to gender identity under the previous administration's policy.