Questions and Answers
What year did the Bureau of Marine Inspection merge under the Department of Commerce?
In which year did the Bureau of Marine Inspection join the Coast Guard?
What organization was established prior to the Bureau of Marine Inspection?
Which department did the Bureau of Marine Inspection become a part of in 1946?
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Which year marks the establishment of the Bureau of Marine Inspection?
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Study Notes
Bureau of Marine Inspection
- Established in response to the need for maritime safety and professionalism in the early 19th century.
- Steamboat Inspection initiated in 1838 to ensure safety regulations for steam vessels.
- Bureau of Navigation created in 1848, focusing on navigation standards and maritime administration.
Evolution and Mergers
- In 1932, the Bureau of Marine Inspection merged with other maritime organizations to form a unified entity under the Department of Commerce.
- In 1942, the Bureau joined the U.S. Coast Guard, consolidating maritime safety oversight under the Department of Treasury.
- In 1946, the Bureau of Marine Inspection became a permanent part of the Coast Guard, ensuring consistent maritime regulation and enforcement.
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Description
Explore the historical development of the Bureau of Marine Inspection, including its mergers and changes in affiliation from 1838 to 1946. This quiz covers critical events such as the establishment of the Bureau of Navigation and its integration into the Department of Commerce and later the Coast Guard.
