Retired - After 8 years with BloodSource [California Blood Bank], 3 year's with Catheys Valley Volunteer Fire Department as EMT and fire fighter, 24 years with Hewlett-Packard/Agilent Technologies, and 20 years 5 months with USCG.
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Details Behind Award
The Secretary of the Navy takes pleasure in commending United States Coast Guard Division Twelve for service as setr forth in the following - Citation: For exceptionally meritorious service from 1 March to 1 September 1967 in the performance of military operations off the coast of the Republic of Vietnam and near the Demilitarized Zone. While operating as part of the Coastal Surveillance Force off the coast of the Republic of Vietnam, Division Twelve consistantly demonstrated its exceptional military readiness and outstanding professional competence in engagements with the enemy, in support of amphibious raids and reconnaissance patrols, and in search and rescue operations. The initiative, versatility, perseverance, and courage displayed by the officers and men of this Division were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Armed Forces. All personnel attached to and serving with Division Twelve of Coast Guard Squadron ONE during the above-designated period, or any part thereof, are hereby authorized to wear the Navy Unit Commedation Ribbon -- Paul R Ignatius Secretary of the Navy
