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December 22, 1837

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The LIFE SAVING SERVICE is established in the Department of Treasury; in the 1840's this vital rescue service is placed under the direction of the U.S. Revenue Marine, which at that time is under the management of the Collectors of Customs at the ports of entry.

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Earliest Life Saving Station at Sandy Hook, NJ - built in 1848.
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Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) measured drawing
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Earliest Life Saving Station at Sandy Hook, NJ - built in 1848.
Last Modified: Oct 21, 2015