From the Revenue Cutter Service to the Lighthouse Service, from the Life-Saving Service to the Bureau of Navigation and Steamboat Inspection Service, from today’s Coast Guard to tomorrow’s, our people have shaped our organization to better serve our country throughout the Coast Guard’s proud history.
Coast Guardsmen throughout the district, headquartered here, will also celebrate their proud history and powerful future through their continued dedication and commitment as America’s Shield of Freedom.
When the Revenue Cutter Lawrence sailed into Honolulu Harbor in 1849, it marked the beginning of a Coast Guard presence in the Central and South Pacific.
Today, more than 1,200 active duty, Reserve, civilian and volunteer men and women work in the Coast Guard’s largest area of responsibility, the 14th District.
The district’s search and rescue area of responsibility encompasses more than12.2 million square miles of land and sea in the Central Pacific Ocean.
“Every day, Coast Guard men and women serving in and around Hawaii vigilantly stand the watch to promote maritime safety, security and stewardship,” said Rear Adm. Manson K. Brown, the commander of the 14th District.
As America’s lifesavers and guardians of the seas, Coast Guard men and woman have committed themselves to protecting and securing our nation with honor, respect and devotion to duty for more than two centuries.
“Whether active duty or Reserve, military or civilian, or selfless volunteers in the Coast Guard Auxiliary, we are honored and privileged to serve as members of Team Coast Guard. Actively working in our communities and being a part of Hawaii’s Ohana makes our service here all the more special,” said Brown.
