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The
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary was established by Congress in June,
1939, to assist the Coast Guard in promoting boating safety. It is composed
of nearly 36,000 members from all walks of life who are drawn together
by their love of the water and a willingness to serve other boaters.
Its members receive special training so that they may be a functional
part of Team Coast Guard. Auxiliarists assist the Coast Guard in non-law
enforcement programs such as public education, safety patrols, search
and rescue, marine environmental protection, and Coast Guard Academy
introduction programs for youth. Auxiliary members volunteer approximately
2-million hours annually to benefit other boaters and their families.
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