1. GREETINGSFROMTHENATIONSCAPITOL Clothing Design Technical Office (CDTO) ______________________ Natick, MA Uniform Distribution Center (UDC) ____________________________ Woodbine, NJ Uniform Distribution Center Recruit Issue _______________________ Cape May, NJ U. S. Coast Guard Program Uniform Program Headquarters ____________________________ Washington, DC

5. THE COAST GUARDS THE COAST GUARDS MISSION IS MISSION IS EVER CHANGING … EVER CHANGING …

6. Coast Guard Mission Maritime Safety: Eliminate deaths, injuries, and property damage associated with maritime transportation, fishing, and recreational boating Maritime Security: Protect America's maritime borders from all intrusions by: (a) halting the flow of illegal drugs, aliens, and contraband into the United States through maritime routes; (b) preventing illegal fishing; and (c) suppressing violations of federal law in the maritime arena. Mobility: Facilitate maritime commerce and eliminate interruptions and impediments to the efficient and economical movement of goods and people, while maximizing recreational access to and enjoyment of the water. Protection of Natural Resources: Eliminate environmental damage and the degradation of natural resources associated with maritime transportation, fishing, and recreational boating. National Defense: Defend the nation as one of the five U.S. armed services. Enhance regional stability in support of the National Security Strategy, utilizing the Coast Guard’s unique and relevant maritime capabilities.

7. Mission Statement We will lead the unified national effort to secure AMERICA! We will prevent and deter terrorist attacks and protect against and respond to threats and hazards to the Nation! We will ensure safe and secure borders, welcome lawful immigrants and visitors, and promote the free flow of commerce.

8. Vision Statement Preserving our Freedoms Protecting America….as we secure our Homeland

9. Hurricane Katrina Recovery Efforts More than 35,500 people rescued Many Coast Guard personnel working around the clock for weeks-many of them whose homes were destroyed and their own families displaced. A litany of chores accomplished without many knowing who or what they were…silently accomplishing the mission of safety and well fare of citizens.

25. Future Design Initiatives  Review Top to Bottom All Sea Bag Items (Recruit issue)  Enhanced ODU Fabric  Physical Training Uniform  ¾ Length Winter Dress Coat  Flex-Waist Wash and Wear Pant  Women’s Flat Front Slack  Tropical ODU

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