We've got the return of Sail Boston, one of the most powerful, invisible celebrations of who we are as a state, of course, honoring our maritime heritage. You know that Not only is Massachusetts the birthplace of the United States Navy, but we're also the birthplace of the U.S. Coast Guard. Did you know that? New report, Massachusetts, where all the clipper ships throughout the 19th century sends sail. And of course, we've got the great history out of places like Nantucket and New Bedford with our whaling history as well. (03:53–04:02)
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Asserts that Massachusetts is the birthplace of both the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard.
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