On Sept. 12, 1944, the liberty ship George Ade was torpedoed off Cape Hatteras, N.C., by German Sub U-518. Coast Guard Cutters Jackson and Bedloe were sent out on a rescue mission during a hurricane. The mission ended with the loss of both cutters, including 21 of 22 officers and enlisted personnel.
A historical overview of how the United States Coast Guard’s revenue cutters were deployed during the Civil War.
A wreck-diving archaeologist and his quest to discover a missing submarine
Footage from BT.com article: May 27, 1940: ‘Dunkirk Spirit’ thwarts Hitler’s invasion as little ships come to troops’ rescue
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A traveling boat’s toolbox is never full. Try to equip yours to handle any issues that might arise.
An adventure aboard a 90-year-old ship brings the past to life.
A small crew finds the adventure they wanted on a bucket-list journey to Greenland aboard a custom aluminum yacht.
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