How a safety organization became a vital wartime asset

The Extraordinary Wartime Contributions of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary · 15:21 · Video: The History Guy: History Deserves to Be Remembered · Watch at the source

In short: Established just before the Second World War to promote watercraft safety, the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary performed essential, yet often unsung, roles during the conflict.

This video examines the extraordinary contributions made by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary during World War II. While originally created to improve maritime safety, the organization transitioned into performing vital functions that supported the war effort.

The footage explores these forgotten historical contributions, providing context for the unsung service members who operated on the verge of global conflict.

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