USCGC Hatchet WLIC 75309 (U.S. Coast Guard) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz

USCGC Hatchet WLIC 75309 (U.S. Coast Guard)

The USCGC Hatchet (WLIC 75309) is a coastal-class icebreaker vessel operated by the United States Coast Guard. This particular model serves in the Western Lake Ice Cutters fleet and is instrumental in ensuring the safety of navigation on the Great Lakes during winter months. The Hatchet is designed to break through thick ice, thus maintaining open waterways for commercial shipping and other marine activities. Additionally, it supports various Coast Guard missions such as search and rescue operations, law enforcement, and environmental response efforts. Its specific role in the U.S. Coast Guard’s fleet is essential for the continuity of commerce and security on the Great Lakes region.