The USCGC Guthrie was a U.S. Coast Guard cutter that served during World War II. It was originally built as a Navy patrol craft but was transferred to the Coast Guard in 1941. The ship played a crucial role in the war, conducting convoy escort duty and anti-submarine patrols in the North Atlantic. The USCGC Guthrie was involved in multiple combat engagements, including the sinking of a German U-boat. After the war, the cutter was decommissioned and sold to the private sector. The ship had a distinguished service record and was awarded several commendations for its wartime efforts. The USCGC Guthrie's legacy lives on through its contributions to the Allied war effort and its role in protecting merchant shipping from enemy threats during World War II.

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