The term "cutter" has roots in maritime history, long before the modern Coast Guard even existed. In the 18th century, a cutter was a specific type of small, fast sailing ship, usually with a ...

This post has been updated with a statement from the Department of Homeland Security. The Coast Guard and HII Ingalls ...

The U.S. Coast Guard commissioned its newest cutter, the USCGC Calhoun (WMSL 759), on Saturday at Coast Guard Base Charleston, S.C. The Legend-class national security cutter is named for the first ...