The USCG on the Great Lakes.The USCG USCG abbr. United States Coast Guard USCG n abbr (= United States Coast Guard) → Küstenwache der USA on the Great Lakes Thomas P. Ostrom Elderberry elderberry, n Latin names: Sambucus nigra, Sambucus canadensis; parts used: buds, fruit; uses: common cold, toothaches, headaches, diaphoresis, hay fever, sinus infections, epidermal irritations, lacerations, liver disorders, inflammation; Press 1393 Old Homestead, Second Floor, Oakland, OR 97462 19327627X $19.95 www.elderberrypress.com Written by history, anthropology, and geography teacher Thomas P. Ostrom, who served in the USCGR USCGR United States Coast Guard Reserve from 1961-69, The USCG on the Great Lakes: A History chronicles the existence and duties of the United States Coast Guard United States Coast Guard U.S. military service that enforces maritime laws. It is under the jurisdiction of the Department of Homeland Security; in wartime it functions as part of the U.S. Navy. The Coast Guard enforces federal laws on the high seas and waters within U.S. on the Great Lakes from its inception in the late 1700's to the present day. From life-saving duties to environmental protection, law enforcement, port security, and much more, the USCG's contributions to national defense throughout the centuries are efficiently summarized, with an extensive bibliography for further reference. A handful of black-and- white photographs and an index round out this highly accessible and thoroughly engaging contribution to American military and nautical history shelves. |
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