Former Coast Guard Cutter Sherman transferred to Sri Lankan Navy
After more than 50 years of service to the United States, the U.S. Coast Guard transferred the recently decommissioned Coast Guard Cutter Sherman to the Sri Lankan Navy. The transfer of the Sherman to Sri Lanka supports the Coast Guard’s efforts to strengthen the United States’ relationship with partner nations in the western Pacific, enhancing their maritime capabilities and governance, and supporting stability and the security of global maritime commons.
Pacific Area deputy commander visits Reservists deployed to Africa
Rear Adm. Pat DeQuattro, Coast Guard Pacific Area deputy commander, visited reservists assigned to Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti, in the Horn of Africa. While there, DeQuattro recognized two reservists by presenting them the Navy Expeditionary Warfare Specialist pins.
Carrying on an ‘ancient’ tradition
“I knew a helicopter could take you far, but I never imagined it would take me this far.”
Your Coast Guard in 2011 – Pacific Area
Coast Guard Pacific Area is responsible for 74 million square miles of ocean, ranging from South America, north to the Arctic Circle and west to the Far East. With such an expansive area, crews must remain ever-vigilant for the full gamut of Coast Guard missions.
Living the American dream: VADM Manson Brown
“My experience is that the Coast Guard is one of the best places in America for motivated individuals to succeed and achieve the American dream.” – Vice Admiral Manson K. Brown Earlier this week, Vice Admiral Manson Brown assumed his […]
A guardian for all seasons
While last weekend may have marked the official beginning of Spring, the Coast Guard finds itself operating in a bevy of different weather conditions across the United States. Winter isn’t over on the St. Clair River Yesterday, the U.S. and […]