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Lt.j.g. and Lt., Inactive Reserve, USCGR, no drilling unit available at or near my home at the Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Northern California near the Oregon border. I had orders that should I be recalled to active duty I was to report to a patrol boat out of San Francisco, CA. I never was recalled to active duty.
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Puget Sound search & rescue duty officer; oil spill officer and administrative officer at Seattle Captain of the Port Office, Pier 91, Seattle, WA. Rec'd an early out of six months in early 1971 due to less need for active duty junior officers. Upon reading a message from headquarters that requests for early outs would be entertained, I requested and was granted one.
Criteria The Arctic Service Medal may be awarded to any member of the Coast Guard who has served twenty-one consecutive days subsequent to January 1, 1946, under any of the following conditions: During summer ... The Arctic Service Medal may be awarded to any member of the Coast Guard who has served twenty-one consecutive days subsequent to January 1, 1946, under any of the following conditions: During summer operations (May 1 to October 31) aboard a Coast Guard vessel operating in polar waters north of the Arctic Circle; During winter operations (November 1 to April 30) aboard a Coast Guard vessel operating in polar waters north of latitude 60 degrees North in the Bering Sea, Davis Strait, or Denmark Strait. At the Radio Station at Barrow, Alaska or any of the following Loran Stations: Cape Athol, Greenland; Cape Christian (Baffin Island), Canada; Port Clarence, Alaska; Bo, Norway; or January Mayen Island, Norway. The medal can also be earned by crew members of Coast Guard aircraft flying to or from any of the stations listed above or any shore stations north of the Arctic Circle. The time required is a cumulative total of 21 days, with a flight in and out within a 24 hour period counting only one day. On a case by case basis, awards can be made to other personnel including civilians who participate in Coast Guard Arctic Programs, perform significant service, and share the hardships and hazards of the operation. MoreHide
Description Three patrols north from Seattle into the Arctic Ocean breaking out tugs and tows, a medical case, aerology and water temperature [thermoclines] readings. North of Alaska and north of Siberia. One o... Three patrols north from Seattle into the Arctic Ocean breaking out tugs and tows, a medical case, aerology and water temperature [thermoclines] readings. North of Alaska and north of Siberia. One overflight by a Soviet mig fighter. MoreHide
Criteria The Coast Guard Sea Service Ribbon is awarded to active duty members of the Coast Guard and Coast Guard Reserve, inactive duty members of the Coast Guard Reserve, or non-Coast Guard personnel who, und... The Coast Guard Sea Service Ribbon is awarded to active duty members of the Coast Guard and Coast Guard Reserve, inactive duty members of the Coast Guard Reserve, or non-Coast Guard personnel who, under temporary or permanent assignment, satisfactorily complete a minimum of 12 months cumulative sea duty. MoreHide
Criteria The Coast Guard Unit Commendation may be awarded by the Commandant and designated subordinate awarding authorities to any unit which has distinguished itself by valorous or extremely meritorious servi... The Coast Guard Unit Commendation may be awarded by the Commandant and designated subordinate awarding authorities to any unit which has distinguished itself by valorous or extremely meritorious service not involving combat (but in support of Coast Guard operations), which renders the unit outstanding compared to other units performing similar services. MoreHide
Description Undated, written Award signed by C. R. Bender, Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard: To USCGC STATEN ISLAND [WAGB 278] " For exceptionally meritorious service during the period 21 September to 1 November 1969... Undated, written Award signed by C. R. Bender, Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard: To USCGC STATEN ISLAND [WAGB 278] " For exceptionally meritorious service during the period 21 September to 1 November 1969 while participating in the Arctic Tanker Evaluation Project in navigating the Northwest Passage to the oil fields of the northern slope of Alaska.....[skipping ahead]...All tasks were accomplished in an outstanding manner without mechanical breakdowns or casualties delaying the mission. The diligent endeavors of the officers and men of STATEN ISLAND, along with their perseverance and collective efforts were instrumental to the successful completion of this historic venture. Their skill, initiative, efficiency and unwavering devotion to duty during the mission are in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Coast Guard." [Note: Anyone interested in all details of this unique voyage may wish to read my copy of the official trip report submitted by C.O., Capt. E.F. Walsh.] MoreHide
Criteria The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service as a member of the Armed Forces during the Korean War, Vietnam War, the war against Iraq in the Persian Gulf, and for service... The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service as a member of the Armed Forces during the Korean War, Vietnam War, the war against Iraq in the Persian Gulf, and for service during the current War on Terrorism. In addition, all members of the National Guard and Reserve who were part of the Selected Reserve in good standing between August 2, 1990, to November 30, 1995, are eligible for the National Defense Service Medal. In the case of Navy personnel, Midshipment attending the Naval Academy during the qualifying periods are eligible for this award, and Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Midshipmen ae only eligible if they participated in a summer cruise that was in an area which qualified for a campaign medal. MoreHide
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Awarded for any military service during the Vietnam War.
Lt.j.g. and Lt., Inactive Reserve, USCGR, no drilling unit available at or near my home at the Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Northern California near the Oregon border. I had orders that should I be recalled to active duty I was to report to a patrol boat out of San Francisco, CA. I never was recalled to active duty.