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MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC//
SUBJ/UNITED STATES COAST GUARD 235TH BIRTHDAY//
GENTEXT/REMARKS/1.  On behalf of the United States Marine Corps, I 
salute the United States Coast Guard, our Nation’s oldest continuous 
seagoing service, on the occasion of your 235th anniversary.
2.  Since the Coast Guard’s founding by Alexander Hamilton on 4 
August 1790, you and your forebearers have ensured the Nation’s 
safety and security by saving lives, standing vigilant over American 
shores, and guarding U.S. interests overseas.  Always, your actions 
have embodied the Coast Guard’s core values of honor, respect, and 
devotion to duty.
3.  The Marine Corps has been proud to stand alongside the Coast 
Guard throughout its 235 years.  Fifty-nine years ago in South
Vietnam, U.S. Marines served with the Coast Guard, U.S. Navy, and
Republic of Vietnam Marines to conduct a successful large-scale 
amphibious raid in Operation Jackstay.  Thirty years ago, Soldiers, 
Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen provided emergency humanitarian 
assistance to Cuban and Haitian migrants as part of Joint Task Force 
160, with Marines returning to their traditional duty as shipboard 
security but aboard Coast Guard cutters.  Since then, the maritime 
services have conducted joint exercises and validated their ability 
to operate together effectively, thereby demonstrating teamwork in 
America's commitment to regional security.  Happy 235th 
Birthday, and Semper Paratus!
4.  Semper Fidelis, Eric M. Smith, General, U.S. Marine Corps, 
Commandant of the Marine Corps.//