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Expert: MARK A. HOWELL - 8/20/2009


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I am currently A British, Royal Marines Commando and want to know if i can join the USCG Rescue Swimmers and if so how to apply?

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Joel,
Yes you can, but you must apply for U.S. citizenship first and be issued what's commonly called a "Green Card."  It is an identification card attesting to the permanent resident status of an alien and proof that its holder, a lawful permanent resident has been officially granted immigration benefits, which include permission to reside and take employment in the USA.  You can find application forms online at the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) which is a bureau of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.  You don't have to give up being a British subject, you can have dual citizenship.

Then you take your green card with you and visit a nearby USCG recruiter and he'll help you process the necessary paperwork to join the USCG.  You can find a USCG recruiting office online at: http://www.gocoastguard.com/get-the-answers/find-a-recruiter

The fact that you're already a commando should make it easier to join.
I wish you well.
Colonel H  

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All military questions, any Service. 30 years experience & two Ph.D.'s. 4 times Base Commander. Worked with Army, Navy, USMC, USCG and several foreign military units. Veteran of Kosovo, Bosnia, Macedonia, Kuwait, Iraq, Afghanistan, and 10 civil wars in Africa.

Experience

Air Force Colonel with 30 years experience. Air Force Base Commander 4 times. Highly decorated.

Organizations
Org of Am Historians, Wild West History Assoc., Disabled American Veterans - Life Member, Am Motorcyclist Assoc. - Life Member, North Am Hunt Club - Life Member, NWTF - Life Member

Publications
Numerous book reviews published in the Journal of American History. Two books submitted for publication.

Education/Credentials
Ph.D. in military history, Columbus University (Summa Cum Laude) Ph.D. in history, Northfield University, London, England (Summa Cum Laude) Master of Arts degree in history, Marshall University, WV Bachelors degree, double-major in history and mathematics, Salem College, WV Air War College, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL Air Command and Staff College, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL Squadron Officer School, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL

Awards and Honors
Legion of Merit Defense MSM MSM x 5 Joint Commendation Mdl AF Commendation Medal Army Commendation Mdl Joint Achievement Mdl AF Achievement Medal Outstanding Volunteer Mdl

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