Ceremonies include parades, funerals, White House dignitary arrivals, as well as presenting colors at local and official functions. Honor Guard members participate in joint service activities as well as Coast Guard functions. The Honor Guard performs an average of 1,200 ceremonies every year across the United States.

If you are unable to attend the ceremony, your recruit will be provided travel arrangements to execute their orders for authorized leave and reporting to their first units. Our Exchange will be open to visitors from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for authorized guests and graduates to …

Welcome to Commencement 2025 To graduate from the Coast Guard Academy is a momentous achievement. After four years of study and military training, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Class of 2025 will graduate on Wednesday, 21 May, 2025. Join us as we celebrate their accomplishments. To graduate from the Coast Guard Academy is a momentous […]

Coast Guard Academy Traditions 100th Day Each year, typically 100 days to graduation, the tables turn and 4th Class Cadets become “kings for a day,” as 2nd Class Cadets must square corners, brace up, and obey commands from 4th Class Cadets who are allowed to carry on. ACADEMY CLASS RINGS In April, 2nd Class Cadets […]

The Coast Guard Ceremonial Honor Guard strives to prepare its members for these ceremonies through hours of practice in weapons drill, uniform maintenance and military bearing. "Last To Let You Down" The rendering of honors at Military Funerals is a way to show the Nation’s deep gratitude to those who, in times of war and peace, have ...

The purpose of the Flags and Ceremonies Guide is to provide Coast Guard Auxil-iary units with the recommended minimum standards, procedures and policies for forming, maintaining and participating as member of a flag or official ceremony unit of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. This guide provides Auxiliarist with a basic overview of ...

The Coast Guard expects its members to display everyday good manners and appropriate military courtesies. Here is a brief look at the social expectations at common military ceremonies and social situations. Introductions Knowing when and how to introduce people is important. If you do not think people know each other, introduce them.

May 22, 2024 · Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas delivered the keynote address at the Coast Guard Academy during the 143rd Commencement Exercises May 22, 2024. The Coast Guard Academy commissioned 225 new officers. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Matthew Thieme)

May 3, 2024 · CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — The Coast Guard held a heritage recognition ceremony, Thursday, in Cape Canaveral to honor the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Confidence (WMEC 619) and recognize its 58 years of service.The ceremony was presided over by Cmdr. Thomas Martin,,

May 22, 2024 · The U.S. Coast Guard Academy held its 143rd commencement ceremony on Wednesday. Hundreds of guests gathered at Cadet Memorial Field to watch the class of 220 cadets graduate to become junior officers.