Briefing: The large cutters of the 378-foot Secretary class formed the mainstay of the Coast Guard from the 1970s into the 2010s. Twelve were built, eight remain in service. The vessels' high-endurance capabilities enable them to conduct long-range operations and serve as command platforms in support of a variety of missions, particularly maritime security. Due to their age, maintenance and upkeep of these vessels has become an increasing problem in recent years, and they now are being replaced by the Legend-class National Security Cutters (NSCs). Hamilton and Chase were decommissioned in 2011 and transferred to the Philippines and Nigeria, respectively. Dallas was decommissioned in 2012 and transferred to the Philippines. Jarvis was decommissioned in October 2012 and has since been transferred to the Bangladesh Navy.
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