Always Ready: The U.S. Coast Guard
| Author | : Kit Bonner Carolyn Bonner |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 128 |
| Release | : 2004 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0760317275 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780760317273 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (75 Downloads) |
Download or read book Always Ready: The U.S. Coast Guard written by Kit Bonner Carolyn Bonner and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The U.S. Coast Guard's motto, Semper Paratus, translates to "Always Ready," which is the code by which thousands of men and women have lived and died. The U.S. Coast Guard conducts maritime security, safety, homeland security, military duties in time of war, ice operations, and many other duties that sometimes go unnoticed. In an average day, there are 109 search and rescue missions and 10 lives are saved. This book covers the fascinating history of this branch of the military, providing information on various duties, and discuss how the U.S. Coast Guard has changed since September 11, 2001.
