The U.S. Coast Guard
It may be the smallest branch of the armed forces, but the U.S. Coast Guard plays a pivotal role in the military. Charged with ensuring the safety and security of the country through protecting and guarding the shores, members of the coast guard perform a unique job. This informative volume gives readers an up-close look at life in this branch of the military and explains its fascinating history. Striking photographs take readers on a journey from the early days of the coast guard to the high-tech military force it is today.
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The U.S. Coast Guard
It may be the smallest branch of the armed forces, but the U.S. Coast Guard plays a pivotal role in the military. Charged with ensuring the safety and security of the country through protecting and guarding the shores, members of the coast guard perform a unique job. This informative volume gives readers an up-close look at life in this branch of the military and explains its fascinating history. Striking photographs take readers on a journey from the early days of the coast guard to the high-tech military force it is today.
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The U.S. Coast Guard

The U.S. Coast Guard

by Tanner Billings
The U.S. Coast Guard

The U.S. Coast Guard

by Tanner Billings

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Overview

It may be the smallest branch of the armed forces, but the U.S. Coast Guard plays a pivotal role in the military. Charged with ensuring the safety and security of the country through protecting and guarding the shores, members of the coast guard perform a unique job. This informative volume gives readers an up-close look at life in this branch of the military and explains its fascinating history. Striking photographs take readers on a journey from the early days of the coast guard to the high-tech military force it is today.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781978518612
Publisher: Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date: 07/30/2021
Series: Inside the U.S. Military Series
Pages: 48
Product dimensions: 7.25(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 9 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

Protecting the Coast 4

Chapter 1 Protecting and Saving 6

Chapter 2 Guard Gear 16

Chapter 3 Coast Guard Careers 26

Chapter 4 Getting the Job Done 36

Glossary 46

For More Information 47

Index 48

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