This book introduces the U.S. Coast Guard, describing its historic beginnings, organization, training, roles in war, ratings, and missions.
General Note
Includes glossary.
Content Note
The need for a Coast Guard - The Coast Guard's beginnings - How the Coast Guard is organized - Careers in the Coast Guard - Missions - Getting the job done - During wartime - Responding to disaster - Notable Coast Guardsmen - The future of the Coast Guard.