topside Volume 120 , Issue 2
23 June 23 — Commodore ' s 84th Auxiliary Anniversary Message
D5NR Shipmates ,
Happy 84th Birthday to you , the ever-serving men and women of the U . S . Coast Guard Auxiliary ! For over eight decades , we have served as an invaluable partner to the U . S . Coast Guard , providing vital support in times of peace and war . Your commitment to safety , security , and protection of our coasts and waterways is unwavering , and your dedication to serving our nation is truly inspiring . I thank you for your service and sacrifice . I am humbled to serve alongside you !
Semper Paratus ,
Kurt P . Sarac , Sr . District Commodore Fifth District-Northern Region U . S . Coast Guard Auxiliary
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