An introduction to the United States Coast Guard that explains why it is needed and how it is organized and discusses its history, missions, wartime responsibilities, response to disaster, and notable guardsmen.
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.