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Painting of USCG Revenue Cutter Thomas jefferson - image provided by the United States Coast Guard

United States Coast Guard Celebration Events

On June 22 and 23, 2013 the United States Coast Guard will participate in the Celebration of the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Craney Island. Details to Come.

 

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War of 1812 Web site

Please visit the Coast Guard War of 1812 web site.

The Revenue Cutter Thomas Jefferson

The above painting above is the Revenue Cutter Thomas Jefferson. The Jefferson, stationed in the Norfolk area, captured the first British merchant vessel of the war in June, 1812.

 

Re-enactors protraying the crew of the Thomas Jefferson during the War of 1812 - Photo provided by the USCG

Crew of the Thomas Jefferson

The re-enactors above are portraying the crew of the Thomas Jefferson. Members of the Historic Ships Company will participate in the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Craney Island.