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United States Coast Guard: Maritime law enforcement and rescue service branch of the U.S. military
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is the maritime security, search and rescue, and law enforcement service branch of the United States Armed Forces and one of the country's eight uniformed services. The service is a maritime, military, multi-mission service unique among the United States military branches for having a maritime law enforcement mission with jurisdiction in both domestic and international waters and a federal regulatory agency mission as part of its duties. It is the largest coast guard in the world, rivaling the capabilities and size of most navies.

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SC notice to govt on Coast Guard pilot's plea seeking permanent commission

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'Presumed Human Remains' Discovered Inside Titanic Submersible Wreckage

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US Coast Guard to lead Titan sub investigation following five-day search 'costing millions'

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