Surfman #374 refers to retired U.S. Coast Guard Chief Boatswain’s Mate David Michael Ramsey, an elite decorated surfman who served extensively along the Texas coast and is tied to rescue operations in Corpus Christi and South Texas. [1, 2, 3]

Career Highlights

• Elite Surfman Status: Earned the rare U.S. Coast Guard Surfman designation (#374) for operating rescue boats in extreme breaking surf and heavy weather. [1, 2]
• Bravery Awards: Awarded the Association for Rescue at Sea (AFRAS) Gold Medal for high-risk maritime search and rescue operations. [1, 2]
• Texas Service: Stationed and operated in South Texas sectors including Corpus Christi, responding to major historical regional emergencies. [1]