August 4 in American History
Alexander Hamilton persuaded Congress to fund ten small ships to enforce tariff laws and stop smuggling — the birth of what would eventually become the U.S. Coast Guard. It's the country's oldest continuous seagoing service, older than the Navy as it exists today.
In 1790: the Revenue Cutter Service is founded. Alexander Hamilton persuaded Congress to fund ten small ships to enforce tariff laws and stop smuggling — the birth of what would eventually become the U.S.
Alexander Hamilton persuaded Congress to fund ten small ships to enforce tariff laws and stop smuggling — the birth of what would eventually become the U.S. Coast Guard. It's the country's oldest continuous seagoing service, older than the Navy as it exists today.
Yes — August 4 marks the anniversary of U.S. Coast Guard, dating to 1790. Revenue Cutter Service founded under Alexander Hamilton.
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