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What year did the Bureau of Marine Inspection merge under the Department of Commerce?
What year did the Bureau of Marine Inspection merge under the Department of Commerce?
- 1838
- 1942
- 1932 (correct)
- 1848
In which year did the Bureau of Marine Inspection join the Coast Guard?
In which year did the Bureau of Marine Inspection join the Coast Guard?
- 1950
- 1946
- 1942 (correct)
- 1932
What organization was established prior to the Bureau of Marine Inspection?
What organization was established prior to the Bureau of Marine Inspection?
- Department of Commerce
- Bureau of Navigation (correct)
- Department of Treasury
- Coast Guard
Which department did the Bureau of Marine Inspection become a part of in 1946?
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?
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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