= United States Coast and Geodetic Survey
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The United States Coast and Geodetic Survey (USCGS) was a federal agency responsible for surveying and mapping the coasts of the United States, as well as conducting geodetic surveys to establish accurate geographic coordinates. Established in 1807, it played a crucial role in developing nautical charts, topographic maps, and geodetic data that were essential for navigation, commerce, and scientific research.
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