Record #:

37704

Author(s):

Maurer, Kevin

Abstract:

The United States Coast Guard, created by Congress in 1790, is cited as America's oldest maritime service. North Carolina’s Coast Guard, employed in nine stations anchored along the Crystal Coast, has provided service on a national level, in missions such as rescuing 14 of 16 HMS Bounty crew members during Hurricane Sandy. On a state level, services are illustrated in enforcing federal laws, patrolling waterways, and assuring watercraft are operated safely.

Source:

Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 82 Issue 12, May 2015, p168-173

Subject(s):

Coast Guard; Coast Guard Stations--Fort Macon; Coast Guard stations--Outer Banks; Coast Guard stations--Elizabeth City; United States Coast Guard; Hurricane Sandy; HMS BOUNTY (ship)