New England Coast Guard Stories

Download or read book New England Coast Guard Stories written by Dyke Hendrickson and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2020-03-16 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1790, Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton asked President George Washington to fund a fleet of "revenue cutters" that could halt smuggling and collect taxes in U.S. waters. Today, from northern Maine to southern Connecticut, the Coast Guard provides the might and the oversight to ensure that the coastlines are safe and navigable. From icebreaking and harrowing rescues to the global war on terror, the service plays a unique role in the region. Author Dyke Hendrickson profiles the varied careers and contributions of the brave men and women throughout New England who ensure the service remains Semper Paratus-Always Ready.