This Day in Coast Guard History – Dec. 4

Friday, December 4, 2009

1989: The cutter Mesquite ran aground near Keweenaw Point in Lake Superior. She was deemed damaged beyond repair and was sunk as an artificial reef. There was no loss of life.

(Source: USCG Historian’s Office)

Categories: Coast Guard History

Related Stories

Bulk Carrier on Fire After Russian Attack

California Ports Elect Dr. Noel Hacegaba as New President

Awards Presented to Containerization and Intermodal Institute Leadership

Current News

Bulk Carrier on Fire After Russian Attack

Brazil to Auction Santos Container Terminal in Early March

California Ports Elect Dr. Noel Hacegaba as New President

IMO Challenged Over Livestock Carrier Regulations

Subscribe for Maritime Logistics Professional E‑News