United States Coast Guard

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is a unique branch of the United States Armed Forces, responsible for maritime security, search and rescue, and law enforcement. The service has a global presence, with permanently-assigned personnel throughout the world and forces routinely deploying to both littoral and blue-water regions. As a humanitarian service, the USCG is committed to safeguarding sea lines of communication and commerce across U.S. territorial waters and its Exclusive Economic Zone. The USCG works closely with other federal agencies, such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Drug Enforcement Administration, to combat maritime crime and protect the nation's sovereignty.