Coast Guard Collection

Coastguards and civilians of Leysdown, Isle of Sheppey
Commemorative postcard, Heroes All! Five brave coastguards and two civilians of Leysdown, Isle of Sheppey, Kent, who rescued 20 members of the 2nd Walworth Boy Scouts Troop who got into difficulties

Seven Sisters Chalk Cliffs, and coastguard cottages, Cuckmere Haven, near Seaford, East Sussex, England

US Coast Guard, Key West, Florida, United States of America, North America

Vintage World War II poster featuring bombs falling. It reads: Remember Pearl Harbor Enlist Now! United States Coast Guard

Wales / Porthcawl
The view along the breakwater and the Coastguards Lookout, at Porthcawl, Glamorganshire, Wales. Date: 1960s

Great Orme and Puffin Island, Anglesey
The Great Orme and Puffin Island from Penmon Point, Anglesey

An English Coastguard, 1850
3330806 An English Coastguard, 1850; (add.info.: Portrait of an English Coastguard, a maritime security, in uniform. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Point Wilson Light is an active aid to navigation located in Fort Worden State Park near Port Townsend, Jefferson County, Washington State

Putting the Mail on Board the "Viceroy", 1850. Creator: Unknown
Putting the Mail on Board the "Viceroy", 1850. Mail sacks being loaded at Galway in Ireland, to be carried across the Atlantic Ocean

U.S. Revenue cutter "Manning", 1908. Creator: Unknown. U.S. Revenue cutter "Manning", 1908
U.S. Revenue cutter "Manning", 1908

Rhode Island, Block Island, Coast Guard Station, Station Block Island

Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Chatham, Chatham lighthouse and the Coast Guard Station

Coast Guard Ship near Turku, Finland

The Warden Challenges Beowulf, 1909 (colour litho)
STC364362 The Warden Challenges Beowulf, 1909 (colour litho) by Paul, Evelyn (1870-1945); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

The Perils of the Sea, 1888 (etching)
CLK339992 The Perils of the Sea, 1888 (etching) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 41x53 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; American, out of copyright

Called out for Service (engraving)
1046541 Called out for Service (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Called out for Service, the Tribulations of an Officer of the Naval Reserve)

Coast-Guard blinded by Lightning (engraving)
3628898 Coast-Guard blinded by Lightning (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coast-Guard blinded by Lightning)

His first shot (chromolitho)
2791829 His first shot (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: His first shot. Illustration for Chatterbox (1898).); © Look and Learn

The Cable Car That Saves (Colour Litho)
2777814 The Cable Car That Saves (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The zip line that saves)

The Duke of Edinburgh inspecting the Coast-Guard at Falmouth, the Duchess firing a Life-Saving Rocket (engraving)
1037786 The Duke of Edinburgh inspecting the Coast-Guard at Falmouth, the Duchess firing a Life-Saving Rocket (engraving) by English School

USS Friendship of Salem (colour litho)
PEM216828 USS Friendship of Salem (colour litho) by Fedi, Giuseppe (1792-1819) (attr. to); Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA; ePeabody Essex Museum; Italian, out of copyright

Affray between Cornish Wreckers and Coast Guard (engraving)
1616799 Affray between Cornish Wreckers and Coast Guard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Affray between Cornish Wreckers and Coast Guard)

Norwegian Coast Guard
Roy Samuelsen

Italian Coast Guard: hovering
Lorenzo Barsotti

Yarmouth Lifeboat. 19th July 1928

Watch keeper, Dave Ball, at the Redcar Lookout Tower, The National Coastwatch Institute, Redcar, 31st October 1996

Redcar Lookout Tower, The National Coastwatch Institute, Redcar, 31st October 1996

The National Coastwatch Institute Area Controller for the North East, Captain Jim Elliott and Chief Constable Barry Shaw, opening of their Redcar Lookout Tower, 31st October 1996

Lifeboatmen of Sheringham, Norfolk stand by during operational flights over the North Sea to rescue airmen who may have dropped into the sea on their way out to or returning from missions abroad

a fisherman makes his way down to the harbour on Irelands Atlantic coast in the middle distance is Blasket Isle. 29th January 1953

The new Penlee lifeboat launched with a new crew in the Cornish village of Mousehole. The 47ft Guy and Clare Hunter lifeboat sets off to patrol the rough seas of Lands End. 15th February 1982

Crew of Lifeboat Guide of Dunkirk, Cadgwith, Cornwall. 12th June 1947. L to right Harry Putt ( Stephens). Alfie Stephens. Will Arthur. Fred Stephens COX. Watson Sec. Henry Jane. Buller

Seven Sisters and Beachy Head with coastguard cottages at sunrise in spring, Seaford Head, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Man swimming to escape
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Operators of small boats enlist now! U. S. Coast Guard ca. 1941-1943
Poster encouraging boat owners to enlist in the U.S. Coast Guard at the Recruiting Station, 146 Baronne St. New Orleans, La. showing a small Coast Guard boat

A U. S. Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter lays on its side after it crashed at
McKinleyville, California, April 29, 2010 - A U.S. Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter lays on its side after it crashed at the Arcata Airport during a training mission

Part of an oil slick in the Gulf of Mexico
May 7, 2010 - Part of an oil slick in the Gulf of Mexico. The U.S. Coast Guard is working with BP, Gulf residents and other federal agencies to slow the spread of oil following the explosion of

A CH-53 Sea Stallion lifts a HU-25 Guardian Coast Guard aircraft
Elizabeth City Air Station, North Carolina - A CH-53 Sea Stallion helicopter lifts an unserviceable HU-25 Guardian Coast Guard aircraft

The U. S. Marines salute the U. S. Coast Guard after teh battle for Guam
The U.S. Marines salute the U.S. Coast Guard after the fury of battle had subsided and the Japs on Guam had been defeated. Ca. August 1944

Digitally restored World War II photo of American troops approaching Omaha Beach
Digitally restored vintage World War II photo of American troops wading ashore on Omaha Beach during the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944

WWII: COAST GUARD, c1945. Olivia Hooker and Aileen Cooke aboard the USS Neversail in Brooklyn, New York, during their training as members of the United States Coast Guard Womens Reserve (or SPARS)

POLICE: TARGET RANGE, 1940. Officers R.P. Hallion, E.L. Warden, and J.J. Cash of the White House Police (left to right) practice shooting in a newly installed target range in the sub-basement of

FLORIDA: CUBAN REFUGEES. A boat filled with Cuban refugees throwing a mooring line to a member of the U.S. Coast Guard in Key West, Florida. Photograph, 11 October 1965

Coast Guard (Guardia Costiera), Viareggio, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Cape Disappointment Lighthouse after Sunset
Cape Disappointment Lighthouse in Washington State after sunset

Cape Disappointment Closeup
Cape Disappointment Lighthouse in Washington State closeup

Historic Coast Guard Station, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
Abandoned Historic Coast Guard Station on Whiskey Island, now a public park in the City of Cleveland

USCG Healy breaks ice around a Russian-flagged tanker south of Nome, Alaska
January 6, 2012 - The USCGC Healy (WAGB-20) breaks ice around the Russian-flagged tanker Renda 250 miles south of Nome, Alaska. The Healy is the Coast Guards only currently operating polar icebreaker

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"Guardians of the Coast: A Tribute to the Unsung Heroes" From the majestic Seven Sisters Chalk Cliffs to the charming coastguard cottages at Cuckmere Haven near Seaford, our coast guards stand tall as protectors of our shores. With unwavering dedication, they ensure safety and security in every corner they serve. Leysdown on Isle of Sheppey witnesses a unique bond between coastguards and civilians, where communities unite under their watchful eyes. Together, they create an impenetrable shield against any threat that may arise from the vast expanse of the sea. Across continents, we find brave souls like those in the US Coast Guard who fearlessly navigate treacherous waters. Their commitment echoes through time, resonating even today with vintage World War II posters featuring bombs falling – a reminder of their valiant efforts during times of conflict. Wales' Porthcawl unveils breathtaking vistas encompassing Great Orme and Puffin Island in Anglesey. Here, European coastguards exemplify unity across borders as they tirelessly safeguard these natural wonders for generations to come. In England's Mevagissey, a coastal village steeped in history and charm, we witness firsthand how dedicated coastguards preserve its heritage while ensuring modern-day safety measures are upheld. Even beyond Europe's shores lies Turku in Finland where a mighty Coast Guard Ship stands resolute amidst icy waters. Its presence symbolizes strength and protection for all who traverse these challenging seas. As we delve into art's realm, "The Warden Challenges Beowulf" showcases timeless bravery depicted through vivid colors. Meanwhile, "The Perils of the Sea" etching captures both beauty and danger intertwined within our maritime world - reminding us why vigilant guardianship is crucial. Through engravings such as "Called out for Service, " we glimpse into moments when duty calls upon these courageous men and women without hesitation. Their selflessness and readiness to answer the call are truly commendable.