United States. Coast Guard
Organization
Dates
- Existence: 1915-
Historical Information
The United States Coast Guard is the primary federal agency that promotes maritime safety, security, and environmental stewardship in all U.S. waterways and ports. They employ various authorities, broad jurisdiction, flexible operational capabilities, and a network of partnerships with over 50,000 members.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Dorothy Stratton U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Christening and Commissioning collection
Collection — Box: Box 1
Identifier: MSP 111
Abstract
This collection contains material documenting two events: the christening in 2010 and the commissioning in 2012 of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton, named after Purdue University’s first full-time Dean of Women, and Director of the U.S. Coast Guard Women’s Reserve, Dorothy Stratton.
Dates:
2010 - 2012; Other: Date acquired: 04/10/2012