The intimate view of the U.S. Coast Guard's dramatic World War II record has long been considered a classic. First published in 1957 and out of print for years,

At home and overseas, the United States Coast Guard served a variety of vital functions in World War II, providing service that has been too little recognized i

In addition to port security, ship inspection and safety, law enforcement, and search and rescue, the U.S. Coast Guard assumes an important role in national def