Coast Guard holds memorial to honor fallen crew members of Coast Guard Cutter Blackthorn
Volunteers from Coast Guard units represent the 23 fallen Coast Guard Cutter Blackthorn crew members in an honor platoon, Jan. 28, 2024, St. Petersburg, Florida. 44 years ago, the Blackthorn collided with the motor vessel Capricorn near the Skyway Bridge. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Nicole J. Groll)