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U.S. Coast Guard•1 members
Certainly! Here is a concise military history of each of the listed units: **USCGC Hamilton (WMSL-753):** Commissioned in 2014, the USCGC Hamilton is a Legend-class national security cutter of the United States Coast Guard. Named after Alexander Hamilton, she has conducted numerous law enforcement, counter-narcotics, and search and rescue missions in the Atlantic and Caribbean, often intercepting large quantities of illicit drugs. Hamilton represents the cutting edge of Coast Guard capabilities and regularly participates in joint international maritime operations. **MIO New Orleans:** Marine Inspection Office (MIO) New Orleans has long served as a key Coast Guard facility for the inspection, regulation, and safety enforcement of commercial vessels operating in the Gulf of Mexico and Lower Mississippi River. Established to ensure maritime safety and environmental protection, MIO New Orleans has played a vital role in supporting regional security, especially during incidents such as Hurricane Katrina and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. **VTS New York:** Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) New York, operated by the US Coast Guard, is one of the busiest vessel traffic management centers in the world. Established in the 1970s, it provides continuous monitoring and navigational assistance for ships entering and exiting the Port of New York and New Jersey, significantly enhancing maritime safety and security for one of America’s most critical harbors. **VTS New Orleans:** Vessel Traffic Service New Orleans, also managed by the Coast Guard, oversees vessel movements along the Lower Mississippi River, a critical artery for American commerce. Since its inception, VTS New Orleans has improved navigation safety, coordinated traffic during high-risk conditions such as hurricanes and floods, and played an essential role in maintaining the efficient flow of goods through the Port of New Orleans.
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