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USCGC Klamath (WHEC-66) was a high endurance cutter of the United States Coast Guard, originally homeported in Seattle, Washington. During the Vietnam War, Klamath served as part of Coast Guard Squadron Three, supporting Operation Market Time, which aimed to interdict the flow of supplies by sea to Viet Cong forces. Assigned to Coastal Division 11 at An Thoi and later to Division 12 at Da Nang, Klamath conducted coastal patrols, boarding and searching vessels, providing naval gunfire support, and assisting in search and rescue operations. The cutter's service in Vietnam exemplified the Coast Guard's vital role in joint military operations and maritime security during the conflict.

USCGC **Mahoning (WYT-91)** was a United States Coast Guard harbor tug commissioned in 1939. Serving during World War II, Mahoning operated primarily in the New York area, performing tug and icebreaking duties vital to harbor operations and the safe movement of military vessels. After the war, she continued to serve in the Coast Guard, supporting a variety of missions including search and rescue and port security. Mahoning was eventually decommissioned in 1969, concluding three decades of dedicated service to the nation.

USCGC MANITOU (WPB-1302) is a United States Coast Guard Island-class patrol boat commissioned in 1987. Primarily based out of Miami Beach, Florida, MANITOU has played a significant role in maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, and homeland security missions throughout the Caribbean and Atlantic waters. The cutter has participated in numerous drug interdictions, migrant operations, and disaster relief efforts over its years of service. Renowned for its speed, agility, and versatility, USCGC MANITOU continues to be a vital asset to the Coast Guard’s mission of safeguarding American maritime interests.

USCGC Mariposa (WLB-397) was a Cactus-class 180-foot seagoing buoy tender commissioned by the United States Coast Guard in 1944. Built during World War II, she played a crucial role in maintaining and servicing navigational aids along the Pacific coast and later in Alaskan waters. Throughout her decades of service, Mariposa also conducted search and rescue missions, law enforcement operations, and icebreaking duties. After a distinguished career, she was decommissioned in 1990, marking nearly half a century of service to maritime safety and navigation.

USCGC Mesquite (WLB-305) was a 180-foot Iris-class buoy tender commissioned by the United States Coast Guard in 1943. Throughout World War II and the following decades, Mesquite performed vital aids-to-navigation, search and rescue, and icebreaking operations primarily in the Great Lakes region. The vessel also contributed to law enforcement and environmental protection missions during her service. On December 4, 1989, Mesquite ran aground off Keweenaw Point, Michigan, and was subsequently deemed unsalvageable and abandoned; her wreck now serves as a popular dive site.

USCGC Mohawk (WMEC-913) is a Famous-class medium endurance cutter commissioned by the United States Coast Guard in 1991. Named after the Native American Mohawk tribe, Mohawk’s primary missions include law enforcement, search and rescue, counter-drug operations, and national defense. The cutter has participated in numerous high-profile operations, such as major drug interdictions in the Caribbean and migrant rescues in the Florida Straits. Throughout its service, USCGC Mohawk has exemplified the Coast Guard’s commitment to maritime security and humanitarian assistance.

USCGC Muskingum (WAK-123) was a C1-M-AV1 type cargo vessel originally built for the U.S. Army as FS-316 during World War II. Transferred to the United States Coast Guard in 1947, Muskingum served primarily in the Pacific, providing logistical support and resupply missions to remote LORAN (Long Range Navigation) stations across the Pacific Ocean. The cutter played a crucial role in maintaining vital navigation aids during the early Cold War era, ensuring safe passage for both military and commercial vessels. After decades of service, Muskingum was decommissioned in 1970 and later transferred to the Philippine Navy, where she continued to serve under a new flag.

USCGC Northland (WMEC-904) is a United States Coast Guard Famous-class medium endurance cutter commissioned in 1984. Named after the original USCGC Northland, famous for its World War II Arctic operations, this modern vessel has conducted a wide range of missions, including law enforcement, search and rescue, and counter-narcotics operations throughout the Atlantic, Caribbean, and Pacific regions. Northland has played a key role in numerous drug interdictions and humanitarian assistance missions, often working in coordination with U.S. and international partners. The cutter’s versatility and robust operational history underscore its vital contribution to maritime security and national defense.

USCGC PATOKA (WLR-75408) is a United States Coast Guard inland construction tender, originally commissioned to serve along the nation’s rivers and waterways. Assigned to the Coast Guard’s Eighth District, PATOKA’s primary missions include maintaining aids to navigation (ATON), conducting search and rescue operations, and supporting riverine infrastructure. The vessel has played a vital role in ensuring safe navigation for commercial and recreational traffic along the Mississippi River and its tributaries. Throughout its service, PATOKA has demonstrated versatility and reliability, contributing to the Coast Guard’s mission of maritime safety and security in the heartland of America.