# United States Coast Guard 236th anniversary > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/united-states-coast-guard-236th-anniversary > Updated: 2026-08-13T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. The United States Coast Guard is marking its 236th anniversary through various public and institutional developments. To celebrate the milestone, Coast Guard Mutual Assistance launched a ‘Top 10 Videos of the Year’ competition. The initiative, running from late July through early August, features mission footage ranging from Antarctic ice-breaking to drug-interdiction patrols, allowing the public to vote for a ‘People’s Choice’ winner. Alongside these celebrations, discussions have emerged regarding the service’s institutional structure. Advocates are calling for a Senate-confirmed civilian Service Secretary to replace the current arrangement under the Secretary of Homeland Security. Proponents argue a dedicated leader is necessary to address ‘chronic under-resourcing, aging equipment, and recruitment challenges.’ Additionally, the United States Postal Service announced a commemorative forever stamp to honor the 150th anniversary of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, featuring the USCGC Eagle and the USCGC Bertholf. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-13: United States Coast Guard marks 236th anniversary amid leadership calls The U.S. Coast Guard marks its 236th anniversary amid calls for a dedicated civilian Service Secretary, while the USPS prepares a commemorative stamp for the Coast Guard Academy's 150th anniversary. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-coast-guard-marks-236th-anniversary-amid-leadership-calls ### 2026-07-18: U.S. Coast Guard Revives Top 10 Video Competition for 236th Birthday Coast Guard Mutual Assistance revives the Top 10 Videos competition for the service’s 236th birthday, releasing daily videos of missions from 2025‑26 and letting the public vote for a People’s Choice winner on 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-coast-guard-revives-top-10-video-competition-for-236th-birthday --- Cite as: United States Coast Guard 236th anniversary. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/united-states-coast-guard-236th-anniversary