REAL-LIFE STORIES
In this section you'll hear stories of bravery and courage. Stories of rescues and drug busts. Stories of tracking down polluters and terrorists. Stories of notable off-duty accomplishments. These are real-life stories about Coast Guard men and women in action.
COAST GUARDSMAN SAVES LIFE WITHOUT HESITATION
ASTORIA, Ore. - Petty Officer 2nd Class Leon Doniphan, a food service specialist aboard Cutter Alert in Astoria, Ore., swam to the aid of a young girl who was nearly swept underneath the buoy in September 2011. His actions most likely saved her life.
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COAST GUARD MASTER ELECTRICIAN PROMOTES ENERGY SUSTAINABILITY
Today’s Shipmate of the Week is a master of electricity as well as a master of sustainability. He is one of the many servicemembers devising creative solutions to reduce the Coast Guard’s ecological footprint, conserve energy and save money.
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COAST GUARDSMAN INSPIRES OTHERS THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
Becoming more environmentally friendly can be as simple as reducing water use and recycling plastic, aluminum and paper products. But one shipmate isn’t stopping there. Michael Hansen is taking his responsibility to be a steward of our environment one step further.
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COAST GUARDSMEN OF THE WARRIOR GAMES
The decision to don a uniform and serve in the armed forces is one of the most significant decisions a young American can make. The men and women of the United States military make sacrifices and put their lives on the line every day in defense of our freedoms ...
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