Description
Alaska represents twenty percent of the land area, twenty percent of the oil production, forty percent of the fresh water of the United States, but after Wyoming, it's the least populated state.
Despite that contradiction, the state has an abundance of natural resources, history, and adventure-especially for the members of the Coast Guard that oversee its massive coastline.
Captain Jeffrey Hartman served four tours of duty in Alaska with the Coast Guard. He outlines the history of Alaska and its culture and describes his experiences overseeing a number of rescue missions there. Hartman illustrates with personal experience the challenges and dangers the Service faces in carrying out its missions protecting the Alaska people, environment and maritime infrastructure. He flew helicopters from Coast Guard icebreakers, on rescue and law enforcement missions and managed the search and rescue program on Alaska's waters.
Guarding Alaska explains the many important functions that the Coast Guard serves and also examines how it's changed in the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks. You'll feel like you're in the middle of the action as you gain a deeper appreciation for the state and the people who protect it.
Author: Captain Jeffrey Hartman Uscg (Ret)
Publisher: iUniverse
Published: 05/22/2012
Pages: 258
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.02lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.75d
ISBN13: 9781475924787
ISBN10: 147592478X
BISAC Categories:
- Biography & Autobiography | Military
- Biography & Autobiography | Personal Memoirs
- Technology & Engineering | Military Science
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