Saturday, January 10, 2009

us Coast Guard Tall Sailing Ship photos












the united states Coast Guard's Tall Ship USCG Eagle
The Eagle is a three-masted sailing Barque. It is homeported at the CG Academy, New London, Connecticut. It is the only active (operational) commissioned sailing vessel in the U.S. maritime services.
Length: 295 feet
Maximum Speed: 11-16 knots (under full sail)
Maximum Range: 5450 miles
Training Complement: 12 Officers, 38 crew, 150 cadets (average)
Major Missions: Training vessel for CG Academy Cadets
Commissioned: 15 May 1946



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