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ISC PORTSMOUTH
U.S. Coast Guard
ISC SEATTLE
U.S. Coast Guard
Law Enforcement Dog Encounters Training (LEDET)
U.S. Coast Guard
The Law Enforcement Dog Encounters Training (LEDET) unit was established to address the growing need for specialized instruction in safely and effectively managing encounters between law enforcement personnel and canines, both domesticated and working dogs. Originating in the early 2010s, LEDET was formed in response to increasing incidents involving police and civilian dogs, aiming to reduce unnecessary use of force and promote safer outcomes for officers and animals alike. The unit developed comprehensive training programs focusing on canine behavior, de-escalation techniques, and non-lethal response tools. Over the years, LEDET has become a leading resource for law enforcement agencies nationwide, enhancing officer safety and fostering better community relations through education and outreach.
MACKINAW
U.S. Coast Guard
Marblehead OHIO
U.S. Coast Guard
**Marblehead, Ohio** has a rich military heritage centered around its strategic location on the southern shore of Lake Erie. During the War of 1812, the Marblehead Peninsula served as a critical lookout position for American forces, supporting operations around nearby Fort Sandusky and aiding in early warning against British and Native American raids. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Marblehead Lighthouse area became a training and staging ground for various Ohio militia and National Guard units, given its accessibility and importance for coastal defense. Today, the legacy of military service in Marblehead is honored through local memorials and the continued presence of veterans and military organizations in the community.
Minnetonka (WHEC - 67)
U.S. Coast Guard
USCGC Minnetonka (WHEC-67) was a high endurance cutter commissioned by the United States Coast Guard in 1946. Originally built as part of the Owasco-class, she served extensively during the Cold War, performing law enforcement, search and rescue, and ocean station duties. During the Vietnam War, Minnetonka was deployed as part of Operation Market Time, conducting coastal patrols to interdict enemy supply lines. After decades of distinguished service, the cutter was decommissioned in 1974.
MSO HONOLULU
U.S. Coast Guard
MSO NEW ORLEANS
U.S. Coast Guard
MSO PORT ARTHUR
U.S. Coast Guard
NESU BOSTON
U.S. Coast Guard
SEARCH AND RESCUE
U.S. Coast Guard
SECTOR NEW YORK
U.S. Coast Guard
SEVENTH COAST GUARD DISTRICT
U.S. Coast Guard
STATION BUFFALO
U.S. Coast Guard
**STATION BUFFALO** was a key United States military communication and monitoring post, first established during World War II in Buffalo, New York. Its primary mission was to serve as a naval radio intercept and direction-finding station, monitoring enemy transmissions across the Atlantic. Throughout the war and into the early Cold War period, STATION BUFFALO played a crucial role in intelligence gathering, supporting both naval operations and national security efforts. The unit's contributions were pivotal in improving Allied situational awareness and counterintelligence capabilities until its eventual deactivation as technology and strategic needs evolved.
STATION DESTIN
U.S. Coast Guard
STATION EATONS NECK
U.S. Coast Guard
STATION GRAND ISLE
U.S. Coast Guard
STATION NEW LONDON
U.S. Coast Guard
TANEY
U.S. Coast Guard
US Coast Guard Station Muskegon
U.S. Coast Guard
US Coast Guard Station Muskegon, located on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan in Muskegon, Michigan, has served as a vital maritime safety and rescue outpost since its establishment in the late 19th century. Originally founded as a Life-Saving Station in 1879, it became part of the U.S. Coast Guard upon the service's creation in 1915. The station has played a key role in search and rescue operations, law enforcement, and maritime safety throughout the region, responding to countless emergencies on the often-treacherous waters of Lake Michigan. Today, Coast Guard Station Muskegon continues its tradition of safeguarding lives, property, and the environment along Michigan’s western lakeshore.
US COAST GUARD TRAINING CENTER PETALUMA, CA
U.S. Coast Guard
USCG Air Station NRLNS
U.S. Coast Guard
U.S. Coast Guard Air Station New Orleans (NRLNS) was established in 1955 at Alvin Callender Field in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, to provide vital search and rescue, law enforcement, and environmental protection missions along the Gulf Coast. Initially equipped with HU-16E Albatross seaplanes and HH-52A Seaguard helicopters, the unit has since transitioned to modern MH-60 Jayhawk helicopters to better serve its operational area. Throughout its history, the air station has played a crucial role in hurricane response, most notably during Hurricane Katrina in 2005, rescuing thousands of stranded citizens. Today, USCG Air Station New Orleans remains a frontline unit, ensuring maritime safety and security across the central Gulf region.
USCG AIR STATION PORT ANGELES
U.S. Coast Guard
USCG AIRSTA MIAMI
U.S. Coast Guard