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Books with title The U.s. Coast Guard

  • The Us Coast Guard

    Dennis L. Noble

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 1, 2004)
    Presents the history of the United States Coast Guard from 1790 to the present day and discusses the Coast Guard's peacetime duties as well as contributions during wartime.
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  • Join the Coast Guard

    P. P. Mitchell

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 15, 2017)
    The coast guard is a unique branch of the US military, operating under the Department of Homeland Security during peacetime, but able to be transferred to the navy by the president or Congress. They are organized in a way that allows for quick response to crises such as Hurricane Katrina and Tropical Storm Rita. Learning about this special part of the US military will appeal to readers of all abilities! Artwork including full-color photographs and diagrams bring this book to life, and a historical frame of reference is provided on each spread through fascinating fact boxes.
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  • Coast Guard

    Simon Rose

    Paperback (Weigl Pub Inc, Aug. 1, 2012)
    The Coast Guard is the only branch of the military responsible for enforcing the law, in both the United States and in international waters. During times of war, the Coast Guard can be placed under the control of the U.S. Navy. This is an AV2 media enhanced book. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. This book comes alive with video, audio, weblinks, slide shows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.
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  • Serving in the Coast Guard

    Alix Wood

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, July 15, 2013)
    The Coast Guard is an interesting, and often overlooked, branch of the armed forces. It also has law-enforcement powers. This fun fact and more will excite young military enthusiasts. Easy-to-read text explains rank, how colors represent job function, and an average day on the job. Full of dynamic, action-packed photos.
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  • Serving in the Coast Guard

    Alix Wood

    Library Binding (PowerKids Press, July 15, 2013)
    The Coast Guard is an interesting, and often overlooked, branch of the armed forces. It also has law-enforcement powers. This fun fact and more will excite young military enthusiasts. Easy-to-read text explains rank, how colors represent job function, and an average day on the job. Full of dynamic, action-packed photos.
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  • Coast Guard

    Simon Rose

    Library Binding (Weigl Pub Inc, Aug. 1, 2012)
    The Coast Guard is the only branch of the military responsible for enforcing the law, in both the United States and in international waters. During times of war, the Coast Guard can be placed under the control of the U.S. Navy.
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  • The Coast Guard and You

    Dorothy Hole

    Library Binding (Crestwood House, Oct. 1, 1993)
    Details the rewards and risks of a career in the U.S. Marines, who serve "at the pleasure of the President" and are often the first to go and the first to see action in any foreign skirmish.
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  • The United States Coast Guard

    Rebecca Stefoff

    Unknown Binding (Chelsea House Publishers, )
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  • Coast Guard to the rescue,

    Mildred G Luckhardt

    Hardcover (Melmont Publishers, March 15, 1964)
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  • The U.s. Coast Guard

    Tanner Billings

    Paperback (Enslow Pub Inc, Aug. 15, 2020)
    "It may be the smallest branch of the armed forces, but the US Coast Guard plays a pivotal role in the US 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."--
  • Coast Guard to the Rescue

    Ace Landers

    Library Binding (The Penworthy Company LLC, Aug. 16, 2018)
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  • Us Coast Guard

    Donna B. McKinney

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Aug. 1, 2020)
    This book highlights a wide range of careers in the US Coast Guard, from pilots to pharmacists to rescue swimmers. The title discusses the required training and duties of each career, along with the branch's history and overall mission. Features include a glossary, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.