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How may I request that the Coast Guard Ceremonial Honor Guard support my organizations event?

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How may I request that the Coast Guard Ceremonial Honor Guard support my organizations event?

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The Coast Guard Ceremonial Honor Guard is stationed at U.S. Coast Guard Telecommunications and Information Systems Command, Alexandria , Va. The Ceremonial Honor Guard is under the direct control of the Military District of Washington (MDW) and loaned to the Coast Guard for special events. MDW uses the Ceremonial Honor Guard for White House functions, dignitary visits, state funerals and other high-level, official ceremonial events. Within the Ceremonial Honor Guard are separate teams – a precision drill team, a parade unit and a color guard. These units may be available for public performances; however, official Honor Guard activities take priority over other appearances. Please contact the Coast Guard Community Relations Branch at (202) 372-4620 to request support for engagements outside Washington , D.C. Requests from the public for events must be in the best interests of the Coast Guard and the event sponsor. The Coast Guard will participate only if the event meets general communit