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Branch

U.S. Coast Guard

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About Communication Area Master Station Atlantic

The Communication Area Master Station Atlantic (CAMSLANT) is a key United States Coast Guard communications facility, established to provide command, control, and communications support across the Atlantic region. Commissioned in 1995 and located in Chesapeake, Virginia, CAMSLANT consolidated several smaller Coast Guard communication stations to streamline operations and improve efficiency. The unit manages long-range radio communications, supports search and rescue operations, and coordinates maritime safety information broadcasts. Over the years, CAMSLANT has played a vital role in both routine operations and emergency response, enhancing the Coast Guard’s ability to safeguard maritime interests along the Atlantic seaboard.

Unit Members

MARION ROSSER

U.S. Coast Guard

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Eugene Calmon

U.S. Coast Guard

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Photos

USCG Station San Francisco, CA

USCG Station San Francisco, CA • U.S. Coast Guard • 1989

USCGC Point Brower Homeport San Diego CA

USCGC Point Brower (WPB-82372) • U.S. Coast Guard • 1986

USCGC Boutwell (WHEC-719)

USCGC Boutwell (WHEC-719) • U.S. Coast Guard • 1982

USCGC Campbell (WHEC-32)

U.S. Coast Guard • 1975

About Communication Area Master Station Atlantic

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Origins in World War II: The Communication Area Master Station Atlantic (CAMSLANT) traces its roots to military communications facilities established during World War II, providing vital support for Allied naval operations in the Atlantic. • Official Commissioning: CAMSLANT was officially commissioned by the United States Coast Guard in 1977, consolidating several scattered communication sites into a centralized, state-of-the-art station. • Location: CAMSLANT is located in Chesapeake, Virginia, strategically positioned to provide communications coverage for the Atlantic Ocean and eastern United States. • Global Reach: CAMSLANT provides command and control communications not just for the Atlantic area, but also supports Coast Guard operations worldwide, including the Caribbean and polar regions. • Morse Code Legacy: Before the full transition to digital, CAMSLANT was one of the last military stations to transmit and receive Morse code messages, preserving a legacy of traditional naval communications. • Disaster Response: The station played critical roles in relaying search and rescue communications during major disasters, including hurricanes, shipwrecks, and the 1980s Mariel boatlift from Cuba. • Technological Innovation: CAMSLANT pioneered the use of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS), helping revolutionize maritime emergency communications. • Interagency Cooperation: The unit often works with the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and international partners to ensure secure and reliable communications. • 24/7 Operations: CAMSLANT operates around the clock with a dedicated team, maintaining constant watch to support Coast Guard missions such as law enforcement, environmental protection, and national defense. • Honors and Awards: The unit has received numerous commendations for service excellence, including recognition for outstanding performance during the 9/11 response and various humanitarian missions.