1790-1990 Bicentennial of the United States Coast Guard . We the people of Newburyport, Massachusetts dedicate this plaque to the men and women of the United States Coast Guard who have courageously and faithfully served the nation for 200 years. For two centuries their labor has saved lives, buoyed our channels, insured safe operation of ports and vessels, protected our shoreline from invaders, and defended the nation in every major war. We honor the United States Coast Guard for exemplifying our highest National virtues of commitment to the common good, respect for the law and the responsible participation in fulfillment of duty Dedicated August 4,1989
1790-1990
Bicentennial of the United States Coast Guard
We the people of Newburyport, Massachusetts dedicate this plaque to the men and women of the United States Coast Guard who have courageously and faithfully served the nation for 200 years. For two centuries their labor has saved lives, buoyed our channels, insured safe operation of ports and vessels, protected our shoreline from invaders, and defended the nation in every major war. We honor the United States Coast Guard for exemplifying our highest National virtues of commitment to the common good, respect for the law and the responsible participation in fulfillment of duty Dedicated August 4,1989
Erected 1989 by The Citizens of Newburyport Massachusetts.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Military. A significant historical year for this entry is 1989.
Location. 42° 48.762′ N, 70° 52.111′ W. Marker is in Newburyport, Massachusetts, in Essex County. Marker can be reached from In Alley behind Water Street. Marker is along town docks of Newburyport Mass, in an alley behind the Custom House Marine Museum at 25 Water Street, Newburyport Mass. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 25 Water Street, Newburyport MA 01950, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking
Aerial view of location of marker, in an alley behind the Custom House Marine Museum at 25 Water Street, Newburyport Mass
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 10, 2015, by James R. Murray of Elkton, Florida. This page has been viewed 387 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on July 10, 2015, by James R. Murray of Elkton, Florida. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
