Sturgeon Bay in Door County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Semper Paratus

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., October 6, 2015

1. Semper Paratus Marker

Inscription.

This plaque is given by the State of Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs in grateful recognition of the United States Coast Guard, for its long and storied history of steadfast service in Wisconsin. On the mighty Mississippi River, the storm-swept shores of Lake Superior, and the shipwreck strewn waters of Lake Michigan, dedicated Coast Guard men and women protect, defend and save.

Given this day, November 10, 2014 in Sturgeon Bay -
Wisconsin's Coast Guard City

Erected 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs.

Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical date for this entry is November 10, 2014.

Location. 44° 49.786′ N, 87° 23.048′ W. Marker is in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, in Door County. Memorial is on Madison Avenue north of Locust Court, on the right when traveling north. Marker is on the grounds of the Door County Maritime Museum. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 120 North Madison Avenue, Sturgeon Bay WI 54235, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 41-Foot Utility Boat Large (UTB) (here, next to this marker); Anchor (a few steps from this marker); Schooner Rudder (within shouting distance of this marker); Air Funnel

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Dunlap Reef Light Tower (within shouting distance of this marker); Capstans (within shouting distance of this marker); Propeller and Stirrup Bearing (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Ship's Double Wheel (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sturgeon Bay.

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., October 6, 2015

2. Semper Paratus Marker

To right of USCG Utility Boat

Credits. This page was last revised on October 23, 2021. It was originally submitted on October 23, 2015, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 289 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 23, 2015, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.