Posted on 08/04/2014 4:13:17 AM PDT by Master Zinja
On August 4, 1790, the United States Revenue Cutter Service was established by Alexander Hamilton, and eventually evolved into the United States Coast Guard. Today, we raise the current version of the Coast Guard Ensign in honor of all who serve.
Semper Paratus,Happy B Day to all my fellow Coastie Freepers
Thanks for recognizing the ‘forgotten’ service on its birthday. Semper Paratus.
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