08/04/2026
Today, we celebrate the United States Coast Guard’s 236th birthday!
On Aug. 4, 1790, the Revenue Cutter Service—now known as the U.S. Coast Guard—was created by Congress at the request of Alexander Hamilton. Today, the Coast Guard is the oldest continuously operating maritime service in the country and has been involved in every major American conflict since its founding.
To our Coast Guardsmen: Semper Paratus. We honor and celebrate you today and every day. Thank you for your service.