R 281832Z NOV 22 MID200080521390U
FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC
TO ALCOAST
BT
UNCLAS
ALCOAST 465/22
SSIC 1000
SUBJ: CHAPLAIN CORPS 247TH ANNIVERSARY ALCOAST
1. On 28 November 1775, the Continental Congress directed that
divine services be held aboard all naval ships.
2. Since 1924, Navy Chaplains have also provided point-of-need care
for United States Coast Guard workforce.
3. Today, we wish a happy 247th birthday to those who champion
Spiritual Readiness. Happy Birthday, Navy Chaplains!
4. POC: CAPT Daniel L. Mode, Chaplain of the United States Coast
Guard.
5. ADM Linda L. Fagan, Commandant, United States Coast Guard
(CCG), sends.
6. Internet release is authorized.