Standing Proud

Coast Guard personnel from Maritime Safety and Security Team 91106, a specialized unit created in direct response to the 9/11 terror attacks two years ago, stand tall during their commissioning ceremony on Staten Island Sept. 12, 2003. The 104 member tactical team assigned to the New York/ New Jersey area is capable of operating under the threat of chemical, biological or radiological attack. USCG photo by PA3 Mike Lutz