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U.S. Coast Guard Esports team competes in multinational competition

May 10, 2023

Watch Coast Guard Gaming compete this Saturday

Cheer for our gaming team during the USO Commanders Cup, either on Twitch or live at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida!

Vice Adm. Kevin Lunday, U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area commander, and Atlantic Area staff hold a commemorative flag with retired Army Maj. Gen. Peter Aylward, director of The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration in Portsmouth, Virginia, Oct. 14, 2022. The VWC program awarded the flag in recognition of Coast Guard Atlantic Area becoming a commemorative partner of the organization. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Kate Kilroy)

May 10, 2023

Honor our Vietnam veterans this weekend

From May 11-13, visitors will flock to Camp Legacy on the National Mall to check out helicopters, armored amphibious vehicles, historical artifacts, musical performances, drill teams, and lessons from curators on preserving your family members' own military artifacts.

Master Chief Petty Officer Disbennett’s ham radio will be on display at Camp Legacy on the National Mall from May 11-13.

May 10, 2023

“I love you…Over.”

The story behind the Coast Guard's Vietnam-era ham radio on display at Camp Legacy this weekend

May 9, 2023

Attn: Military personnel with Florida driver’s licenses

If you live out of state, check to be sure you aren’t impacted by a recent glitch

The new legal program military qualification insignia recognizes the Coast Guard’s military and civilian specialists in the field of law.

May 9, 2023

Legal program unveils qualification insignia for military members, civilians

Lt. Cmdr. Brett McCall of Sector Detroit designed the lighthouse-centric insignia.

A Coast Guard yeoman assists a fellow Coast Guardsman at the Coast Guard Recruiting Command, February 28, 2013. YNs are key problem-solvers, counselors, and sources of information to personnel on questions ranging from career moves, entitlements, and incentive programs to retirement options and veterans' benefits.

May 8, 2023

How-To: Move your household goods

PCS season is upon us! Here is everything Coast Guard members and families need to know.

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May 8, 2023

Back by popular demand: the Coast Guard’s PCS Assist Team

If you are doing a permanent change of station (PCS) this summer, the PCS Assist Team can help you face any unusual challenge.

A veteran of the Civil War as a U.S. Navy officer, and the Spanish-American War as part of the U.S. Revenue Cutter Service, Frank Hamilton Newcomb served for over 40 years in the U.S. sea services. He was a progressive thinking man and considered one of the finest officers of the Revenue Cutter Service. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)

May 5, 2023

The Long Blue Line: Lt. Frank Newcomb and the Battle of Cardenas Bay 125 years ago

Spanning the Civil War and the Spanish-American War, Frank Hamilton Newcomb served for over 40 years in the U.S. sea services.

A Coast Guard Officer's hat, sword, gloves and ribbons are displayed together with the American Flag.

May 3, 2023

Officers: If you are interested in afloat assignments, this roadshow is for you 

This virtual road show is scheduled May 10, 2 p.m. EDT.  

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May 1, 2023

New: Sexual assault victims can 'disclose' an incident to a confidant

“We want to ensure survivors have a safe space to pause, breathe, and think about their next steps, without having to worry about initiating an investigative process before − and unless − they are ready,” - Rear Adm. Dana Thomas, Director of Coast Guard Health, Safety and Work Life (CG-11).