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Capt. Francis Martin—the most ancient of “Ancient Mariners” with 63 years of service!
—The Coast Guard established the Ancient Mariner Award in 1978 to honor the officer and enlisted cuttermen who personify the dedication and professionalism associated with long service at sea and have held the distinction of cutterman longer than any other officer or enlisted member.
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Combat Cutter Pickering—lost 225 years ago, now an OPC namesake
—After refitting late in the summer of 1800, the master and crew of revenue cutter Pickering boarded their vessel at Newcastle, Delaware, for their next Caribbean war patrol. It would be the last time they set foot on dry land.