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U.S. Coast Guard•865 members

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TRACEN YORKTOWN

U.S. Coast Guard

TRACEN YORKTOWN is the Training Center Yorktown, a United States Coast Guard training facility located in Yorktown, Virginia. It is responsible for providing specialized training to Coast Guard personnel in areas such as search and rescue, maritime law enforcement, and marine environmental protection. The center also offers courses in leadership, communication, and technical skills to support the Coast Guard's mission of protecting and defending America's maritime interests. TRACEN YORKTOWN plays a crucial role in preparing Coast Guard members for their duties in the field and ensuring they have the necessary knowledge and expertise to carry out their responsibilities effectively.

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TRACEN Yorktown was originally established as Naval Training Station, Yorktown in 1917 during World War I.
During World War II, the station was used as a Coast Guard training center and also served as a prisoner of war camp for German prisoners.
In 1968, the station was officially designated as Training Center Yorktown (TRACEN Yorktown) and became the central training facility for the Coast Guard.
TRACEN Yorktown is located on the York River in Yorktown, Virginia, near the site of the famous battle that ended the American Revolution.
The facility offers a wide range of training programs for Coast Guard members, including officer candidate school, enlisted basic training, and various specialty courses.
TRACEN Yorktown is also home to the Coast Guard Museum, which showcases the history and achievements of the Coast Guard throughout its existence.
The training center is named after the historic town of Yorktown, which played a significant role in the Revolutionary War and is considered a pivotal moment in American history.
TRACEN Yorktown has a long-standing tradition of excellence in training Coast Guard personnel and preparing them for service in a variety of roles and missions.
Over the years, TRACEN Yorktown has expanded and modernized its facilities to meet the growing demands of the Coast Guard and ensure that its members are well-prepared for their duties.
The training center continues to play a vital role in the Coast Guard's mission to protect the nation's maritime interests and ensure safety and security at sea.

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TRACEN YORKTOWN

U.S. Coast Guard

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Robert Lasseter

U.S. Coast Guard Military Retiree · 1980 - 1986

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Michael Speigner

U.S. Coast Guard Veteran · 1992 - 1993

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Ryan Armstrong

U.S. Coast Guard Veteran · 1994 - 1994

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James (Jim) Hailey

U.S. Coast Guard Veteran · 2002 - 2005

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TRACEN Yorktown was originally established as Naval Training Station, Yorktown in 1917 during World War I.
During World War II, the station was used as a Coast Guard training center and also served as a prisoner of war camp for German prisoners.
In 1968, the station was officially designated as Training Center Yorktown (TRACEN Yorktown) and became the central training facility for the Coast Guard.
TRACEN Yorktown is located on the York River in Yorktown, Virginia, near the site of the famous battle that ended the American Revolution.
The facility offers a wide range of training programs for Coast Guard members, including officer candidate school, enlisted basic training, and various specialty courses.
TRACEN Yorktown is also home to the Coast Guard Museum, which showcases the history and achievements of the Coast Guard throughout its existence.
The training center is named after the historic town of Yorktown, which played a significant role in the Revolutionary War and is considered a pivotal moment in American history.
TRACEN Yorktown has a long-standing tradition of excellence in training Coast Guard personnel and preparing them for service in a variety of roles and missions.
Over the years, TRACEN Yorktown has expanded and modernized its facilities to meet the growing demands of the Coast Guard and ensure that its members are well-prepared for their duties.
The training center continues to play a vital role in the Coast Guard's mission to protect the nation's maritime interests and ensure safety and security at sea.