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A graphic depicting the Coast Guard Core Values.

Oct. 22, 2024

What do our Core Values mean in everyday life?

We need YOUR help to create clear, modern definitions of Honor, Respect and Devotion to Duty.

AMM1 Gus Jablonski standing with the Gander Express after receiving his Silver Medal of the Order of Leopold II from Belgium. (Courtesy of the Jablonski Family)

Oct. 18, 2024

Chief Gus Jablonski — enlisted pioneer of helicopter flight

As one of the first Coast Guard helicopter mechanics, Jablonski helped lay the groundwork for helicopter maintenance procedures.

An aerial view of Storis breaking ice in Prudhoe Bay for tugs and barges delivering equipment and supplies to build the Trans-Alaskan Pipeline. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Oct. 11, 2024

CGC Storis — “Galloping Ghost of the Alaskan Coast”

Storis recorded many firsts and set records, including some that have endured to this day.

The logo for the GI Bill benefit afforded to all active-duty military who serve a term of adequate length or under specific conditions.

Oct. 8, 2024

Start early if you want to transfer education benefits to your dependents

Coast Guard reminds members about Post-9/11 GI Bill Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) requirements.

The VA offers support to sexual assault survivors.

Oct. 7, 2024

Coast Guard’s Office of the Chief Prosecutor now oversees victim-centric cases

Historic new office improves accountability, trust in adjudication process.

By wearing a purple domestic violence ribbon every October, you join countless citizens across the country in raising awareness to end this form of abuse once and for all.

Oct. 7, 2024

No matter your relationship status, understanding the dynamics of healthy relationships is important

Throughout October, the Coast Guard is promoting awareness and prevention during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Official service photograph of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Charles L. Calhoun in his dress blues. (U.S. Coast Guard) The newly commissioned National Security Cutter, Charles Calhoun, steams up the Cooper River to its new homeport at Coast Guard Base Charleston. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Oct. 4, 2024

MCPOCG #1 Charles Calhoun — leader, mentor, trailblazer and NSC namesake

Calhoun's philosophy was, “You should have important goals in your life and make every effort possible to obtain those goals. Set your goals high. Believe in being the best in everything you want to accomplish.” 

Shallow-Water Response Team 3 crewmembers rescued four pit bulls, 11 beagles and their owners from rising flood waters caused by Hurricane Florence in Delco, North Carolina, September 16, 2018. The Coast Guard is conducting search and rescue operations in support of state and local emergency operation centers. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Chief Petty Officer Stephen Kelly)

Sept. 27, 2024

Coast Guard’s Storm Warriors fought North Carolina’s Hurricane Florence

When Florence’s path began tracking towards the East Coast, the Coast Guard was ready once again to live up to its motto.

Cabo Rojo Lighthouse seen from the front in 1895. (Library of Congress)

Sept. 20, 2024

Domingo Suarez y Rosa — Towerman of Puerto Rico

In 1898, the Spanish American War saw Puerto Rico’s sovereignty transferred from Spain to the U.S. and towermen serving in Spanish lighthouses transferring to the U.S. Lighthouse Service.

Puget Sound ANT crewmembers worked with Station Neah Bay to reclaim a U.S. Life Saving Service Cemetery on Waadah Island in Seattle, May 2024. Crew members from left to right: Petty Officer 3rd Class Tristan Colon, Petty Officer 3rd Class Cameron Hamilton, Petty Officer 3rd Class, Mark Shaw, Petty Officer 1st Class Jose Fonseca. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Chief Petty Officer Jacob Niehaus)

Sept. 20, 2024

Reclaiming a cemetery for the U.S. Life Saving Service

How sharing a story helped the Coast Guard honor its past.