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Rescuing Mariners Using Revenue Cutters, Tugs, and Other Rescue Boats

Rescuing Mariners Using Revenue Cutters, Tugs, and Other Rescue Boats The Revenue Marine Service used sailing vessels called revenue cutters during times of war and for law enforcement to protect our shores when it was first established during colonial times … Continue reading

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