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:
Russell R. Waesche collection
Collection — Box: Communal Collections 47, Placement: 15
Identifier: MSA 338
Scope and Contents
Four photographs of Admiral Russell Randolph Waesche and three photocopies of U.S. Coast Guard press releases related to three of the photographs: one announcing the "world's largest fireboat fleet" (undated); one announcing Waesche receiving a Distinguished Service Medal (January 15, 1946); and one announcing Waesche's death (October 17, 1946).
Dates:
1946