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
Description USCGC FIR [WLB-212] 11/58-3/59; USCGC ALERT [WSC-127] 11/59-7/60; SAN FRANCISCO LIGHTSHIP [WLV-612] 12/63-6/64; USCGC GRESHAM [WHEC-387] 2/69-5/70; USCGC TANEY [WHEC-37] 5/70-5/71; USCGC BURTON ISLAND... USCGC FIR [WLB-212] 11/58-3/59; USCGC ALERT [WSC-127] 11/59-7/60; SAN FRANCISCO LIGHTSHIP [WLV-612] 12/63-6/64; USCGC GRESHAM [WHEC-387] 2/69-5/70; USCGC TANEY [WHEC-37] 5/70-5/71; USCGC BURTON ISLAND [WAGB-283] 6/74-11/76 MoreHide
Criteria This ribbon is awarded to officers and enlisted personnel of the Navy, Naval Reserve, Marine Corps, and Marine Corps Reserve for 12 months consecutive or accumulated duty at overseas shore-based duty ... This ribbon is awarded to officers and enlisted personnel of the Navy, Naval Reserve, Marine Corps, and Marine Corps Reserve for 12 months consecutive or accumulated duty at overseas shore-based duty stations. Each Service has distinct criteria that delineates eligibility; Navy personnel assigned to Marine Corps units follow Marine Corps policy, and vice-versa. MoreHide
Criteria The Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation may be awarded by the Commandant (or designated subordinate awarding authorities) to any unit of the Coast Guard for valorous or meritorious achievement o... The Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation may be awarded by the Commandant (or designated subordinate awarding authorities) to any unit of the Coast Guard for valorous or meritorious achievement or service in support of Coast Guard operations not involving combat. The performance of duty must render the unit outstanding when compared to other units performing similar service but not of such a nature to merit award of the Coast Guard Unit Commendation. MoreHide
Description U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Strike Team, National Strike Force San Francisco, California - - "For meritorious service from 25 September 1976 to 18 February 1977 while responding to eight major pollution ... U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Strike Team, National Strike Force San Francisco, California - - "For meritorious service from 25 September 1976 to 18 February 1977 while responding to eight major pollution incidents ranging from Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts to Honolulu, Hawaii and from Nikisi, Alaska to Long Beach, California. During this period response to more than one incident was common without making any sacrifices in scheduled training, community service, response equipment maintenance, and support of other Coast Guard programs. While deployed, Strike Team personnel worked without relief to overcome severe logistics problems; make engineering modifications to untried machinery; keep machinery operational where severe weather conditions far exceeded design operating conditions; and to become knwoledgeable in the use of dispersants and oil recovery from ice, neither technique having been previously demonstrated by Coast Guard forces. Displaying exceptional initiative, Strike Team personnel developed cargo aircraft loading equipment and procedures at minimal cost which resulted in one-half million pounds of response equipment being loaded without mishap. Additionally, the complete knwoledge of applicable legislation and contingency plans enabled Strike Team personnel to provide other on-scene forces with all requisite information to make rational and timely decisions, a key factor when working under arduous conditions and acute public awareness.The determination, perseverance and unwavering devotion to duty of personnel of Pacific Strike Team reflect great credit upon themselves, their unit, and the United States Coast Guard." The Operational Distinguishing Device is authorized. All personnel attached to and serving with U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Strike Team during the above designated period are hereby authorized to wear the Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon. -- O.W. Siler Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard MoreHide
Criteria All members of the Coast Guard, including Reserve personnel, and all members of other branches of the Armed Forces when serving with Coast Guard units are eligible for this award for service performed... All members of the Coast Guard, including Reserve personnel, and all members of other branches of the Armed Forces when serving with Coast Guard units are eligible for this award for service performed on or after April 1, 1967. The Coast Guard Achievement Medal is given for professional and/or leadership achievement in a combat or noncombat situation based on sustained performance or specific achievement of a superlative nature of such merit that it warrants more tangible recognition than is possible by the Commandant's Letter of Commendation Ribbon, but which does not warrant a Coast Guard Commendation medal or high award. MoreHide
Comments Lieutenant McALLISTER is cited for meritorious achievement and superior performance of duty while serving as Operations Officer aboard USCGC BURTON ISLAND (WAGB 283) from June 1974 to November 1976. D... Lieutenant McALLISTER is cited for meritorious achievement and superior performance of duty while serving as Operations Officer aboard USCGC BURTON ISLAND (WAGB 283) from June 1974 to November 1976. During this period BURTON ISLAND maintained an arduous schedule, completing two Antarctic DEEPFREEZE deployments and three Arctic deployments. Displaying exceptional foresight, diligence, leadership, judgement and administrative abilities, Lieutenant McALLISTER has been a primary factor in the succcessful completion of all assigned operational tasks by the BURTON ISLAND during this period. Combining multifaceted opertational demands, and a clear understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the BURTON ISLAND and her crew, Lieutenant McALLISTER successfully organizxed, directed and accomplished the goals and objectives of all five deployments. He consistently set and maintained the highest standards of operational and personnel readiness within the Operations Department. The results of such standards were evident on a day-to-day basis, but became even more important at those times when the BURTON ISLAND was called upon to perform unique, unscheduled assignments such as: a successful twenty-six day rescue stand-by for the GENERAL SAN MARTIN and USCGC GLACIER, beset in the ice during DEEPFREEZE '75 operations; the safe escort of fifteen tugs and barges carrying vital supplies to the Prudhoe Bay oil fields through extremely adverse weather and ice conditions along the northern coast of Alaska in September 1975; and the rescue and subsequent safe escort of seven Canadian CANMAR vessels through heavy, multiyear ice north of Point Barrow, Alaska in July 1976. Throughout this period he instilled a high sense of pride, devotion to duty and professionalism among his peers and subordinates. Lieutenant McALLISTER's outstanding ability to meet with heads of state, government, military officials, local media representatives and the general public has been of great value in establishing goodwill between the United States and the people of various foreign countries. Lieutenant McALLISTER's foresignt, leadership, deep commitment and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Coast Guard.
The Operational Distinguishing Device is authorized. 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 USCGC Burton Island (WAGB 283) Long Beach, California - for service as set forth in the following - Citation: "For exceptionally meritorious service from 15 September 1975 to 5 October 1975 while pr... USCGC Burton Island (WAGB 283) Long Beach, California - for service as set forth in the following - Citation: "For exceptionally meritorious service from 15 September 1975 to 5 October 1975 while providing icebreaking escort and support services to vessels engaged in resupply operations along the North Slope of Alaska. During this period extremely hazardous and dangerous ice and weather conditions had caused a complete stoppage of sea-borne commerce to the northern portion of Alaska. Deployed on short notice, interrupting a yard availability period and a period scheduled for a well-earned rest for the crew, CGC Burton Island promptly proceeded to the vicinity of the ice edge to join other Coast Guard vessels for a combined effort to escort supply vessels into the Prudhoe Bay area. Despite the lateness of the season, continuous advers weather, and the constant presence of polar pack ice, personnel of CGC Burton Island provided assistance to numerous vessels in completing their missions. Additionally, in company with the Coast Guard Cutters Storis and Citrus, personnel of CGC Burton Island provided icebreaking escort for 15 tugs and barges in a heroic attempt to get vital supplies to the oil fields at Prudhoe Bay. In this endeavor, personnel forged an opening through frozen leads; battled ice several feet thick; freed tugs which became beset; provided helicopter ice reconnaissance flights; and provided other vital services which contributed significantly to the tugs ability to deliver their valuable cargo to Prudhoe Bay and exit the area to ice-free waters. The perseverance, professional skill, and untiring efforts of the crew of the CGC Burton Island throughout the entire arduous mission averted a delay in the development of the North Slope oil fields which are vital to the national interest of the United States. The dedication, teamwork and relentless pursuit of their goal by the officers and crew of CGC Burton Island during this mission are in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Coast Guard." The Operational Distinguishing Device is authorized. All personnel attached to and serving in USCGC Burton Island (WAGB 283) during the above designated period are hereby authorized to wear the Coast Guard Unit Commendation Ribbon. - - O.W. Siler Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard MoreHide
Criteria This medal is a continuation of the series of medals established by Congress to commemorate polar expeditions. Specifically, it is awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States, any U... This medal is a continuation of the series of medals established by Congress to commemorate polar expeditions. Specifically, it is awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States, any U.S. Citizen, or any resident alien of the United States who, after January 1, 1946 has served or serves on the Antarctic Continent or in support of U.S. operations there. MoreHide
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
Criteria The Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross Colors) was authorized to be worn by units individually cited for service in military operations in support of the government of Sout... The Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross Colors) was authorized to be worn by units individually cited for service in military operations in support of the government of South Vietnam. The actions cited are for the same services that would have resulted in the award of a Valorous Unit Citation by the Army or a Navy Unit Citation. MoreHide
Description Medals and Awards; entitlement to -- You are hereby authorized to wear the abelow listed medals and awards for service performed while assigned to Coast Guard Division 12, Republic of Vietnam during ... Medals and Awards; entitlement to -- You are hereby authorized to wear the abelow listed medals and awards for service performed while assigned to Coast Guard Division 12, Republic of Vietnam during the period 5 February 1967 fthrough 2 February 1968:
a. Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces Meritorious Citation (Gallantry Cross with palm)
b. Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Civil Actions Medal, First Class Color with palm) MoreHide
Criteria
The unit citation of the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Medal was awarded certain units by the Vietnamese government for meritorious service during the period 1 March 1961 to 28 March 1974.
Description Medals and Awards; entitlement to -- You are hereby authorized to wear the abelow listed medals and awards for service performed while assigned to Coast Guard Division 12, Republic of Vietnam during ... Medals and Awards; entitlement to -- You are hereby authorized to wear the abelow listed medals and awards for service performed while assigned to Coast Guard Division 12, Republic of Vietnam during the period 5 February 1967 fthrough 2 February 1968:
a. Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces Meritorious Citation (Gallantry Cross with palm)
b. Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Civil Actions Medal, First Class Color with palm) MoreHide
Vietnam was the longest war in American history and the most unpopular American war of the 20th century. It resulted in nearly 60,000 American deaths a
Overview of the Vietnam War
Vietnam was the longest war in American history and the most unpopular American war of the 20th century. It resulted in nearly 60,000 American deaths and in an estimated 2 million Vietnamese deaths. Even today, many Americans still ask whether the American effort in Vietnam was a sin, a blunder, a necessary war, or whether it was a noble cause, or an idealistic, if failed, effort to protect the South Vietnamese from totalitarian government.
Summary:
Between 1945 and 1954, the Vietnamese waged an anti-colonial war against France, which received $2.6 billion in financial support from the United States. The French defeat at the Dien Bien Phu was followed by a peace conference in Geneva. As a result of the conference, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam received their independence, and Vietnam was temporarily divided between an anti-Communist South and a Communist North. In 1956, South Vietnam, with American backing, refused to hold unification elections. By 1958, Communist-led guerrillas, known as the Viet Cong, had begun to battle the South Vietnamese government.
To support the South's government, the United States sent in 2,000 military advisors--a number that grew to 16,300 in 1963. The military condition deteriorated, and by 1963, South Vietnam had lost the fertile Mekong Delta to the Viet Cong. In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson escalated the war, commencing air strikes on North Vietnam and committing ground forces--which numbered 536,000 in 1968. The 1968 Tet Offensive by the North Vietnamese turned many Americans against the war.
The next president, Richard Nixon, advocated Vietnamization, withdrawing American troops and giving South Vietnam greater responsibility for fighting the war. In 1970, Nixon attempted to slow the flow of North Vietnamese soldiers and supplies into South Vietnam by sending American forces to destroy Communist supply bases in Cambodia. This act violated Cambodian neutrality and provoked antiwar protests on the nation's college campuses.
From 1968 to 1973, efforts were made to end the conflict through diplomacy. In January 1973, an agreement was reached; U.S. forces were withdrawn from Vietnam, and U.S. prisoners of war were released. In April 1975, South Vietnam surrendered to the North, and Vietnam was reunited.
Consequences
1. The Vietnam War cost the United States 58,000 lives and 350,000 casualties. It also resulted in between one and two million Vietnamese deaths.
2. Congress enacted the War Powers Act in 1973, requiring the president to receive explicit Congressional approval before committing American forces overseas.
Vietnam was the longest war in American history and the most unpopular American war of the 20th century. It resulted in nearly 60,000 American deaths a
Overview of the Vietnam War
Vietnam was the longest war in American history and the most unpopular American war of the 20th century. It resulted in nearly 60,000 American deaths and in an estimated 2 million Vietnamese deaths. Even today, many Americans still ask whether the American effort in Vietnam was a sin, a blunder, a necessary war, or whether it was a noble cause, or an idealistic, if failed, effort to protect the South Vietnamese from totalitarian government.
Summary:
Between 1945 and 1954, the Vietnamese waged an anti-colonial war against France, which received $2.6 billion in financial support from the United States. The French defeat at the Dien Bien Phu was followed by a peace conference in Geneva. As a result of the conference, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam received their independence, and Vietnam was temporarily divided between an anti-Communist South and a Communist North. In 1956, South Vietnam, with American backing, refused to hold unification elections. By 1958, Communist-led guerrillas, known as the Viet Cong, had begun to battle the South Vietnamese government.
To support the South's government, the United States sent in 2,000 military advisors--a number that grew to 16,300 in 1963. The military condition deteriorated, and by 1963, South Vietnam had lost the fertile Mekong Delta to the Viet Cong. In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson escalated the war, commencing air strikes on North Vietnam and committing ground forces--which numbered 536,000 in 1968. The 1968 Tet Offensive by the North Vietnamese turned many Americans against the war.
The next president, Richard Nixon, advocated Vietnamization, withdrawing American troops and giving South Vietnam greater responsibility for fighting the war. In 1970, Nixon attempted to slow the flow of North Vietnamese soldiers and supplies into South Vietnam by sending American forces to destroy Communist supply bases in Cambodia. This act violated Cambodian neutrality and provoked antiwar protests on the nation's college campuses.
From 1968 to 1973, efforts were made to end the conflict through diplomacy. In January 1973, an agreement was reached; U.S. forces were withdrawn from Vietnam, and U.S. prisoners of war were released. In April 1975, South Vietnam surrendered to the North, and Vietnam was reunited.
Consequences
1. The Vietnam War cost the United States 58,000 lives and 350,000 casualties. It also resulted in between one and two million Vietnamese deaths.
2. Congress enacted the War Powers Act in 1973, requiring the president to receive explicit Congressional approval before committing American forces overseas.
Criteria The Navy Unit Commendation may be awarded by the Secretary of the Navy to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps that distinguishes itself by outstanding heroism in action against an enemy (but not suff... The Navy Unit Commendation may be awarded by the Secretary of the Navy to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps that distinguishes itself by outstanding heroism in action against an enemy (but not sufficiently to justify the award of the Presidential Unit Citation). It may also be awarded to a unit that distinguishes itself by extremely meritorious service not involving combat (but in support of military operations), which renders that unit outstanding when compared to other units performing similar service. MoreHide
Description 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 Mar... 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 MoreHide
Criteria The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspa... The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspace; or, for any period of service during the same time period in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia or the air spaces thereover and in direct support of operations in Vietnam. MoreHide
Description Ref (a) COMDTNOT 1650 dtd 13 October 1969 - - 1. In accordance with reference (a), you are authorized to wear a third campaign star on the Vietnam Service Medal for the Tet Counteroffensive during the... Ref (a) COMDTNOT 1650 dtd 13 October 1969 - - 1. In accordance with reference (a), you are authorized to wear a third campaign star on the Vietnam Service Medal for the Tet Counteroffensive during the period 30 january 1968 to 1 April 1968 MoreHide
Criteria The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspa... The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspace; or, for any period of service during the same time period in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia or the air spaces thereover and in direct support of operations in Vietnam. MoreHide
Criteria The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspa... The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspace; or, for any period of service during the same time period in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia or the air spaces thereover and in direct support of operations in Vietnam. MoreHide
Criteria This medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who: 1. Served for 6 months in South Vietnam during the period 1 Mar 61 and 28 Mar 73; or 2. Served outside the geographical l... This medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who: 1. Served for 6 months in South Vietnam during the period 1 Mar 61 and 28 Mar 73; or 2. Served outside the geographical limits of South Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the RVN Armed Forces for an aggregate of six months. Only members of the Armed Forces of the United States who meet the criteria established for the AFEM (Vietnam) or Vietnam Service Medal during the period of service required are considered to have contributed direct combat support to the RVN Armed Forces; or 3. Did not complete the length of service required in item (1) or (2) above, but who, during wartime, were: a. Wounded by the enemy (in a military action); b. Captured by the enemy during action or in the line of duty, but later rescued or released; or c. Killed in action or in the line of duty; or 4. Were assigned in Vietnam on 28 Jan 73, and who served a minimum of 60 calendar days in Vietnam during the period 29 Jan 73 to 28 Mar 73. MoreHide
Criteria This medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who: 1. Served for 6 months in South Vietnam during the period 1 Mar 61 and 28 Mar 73; or 2. Served outside the geographical l... This medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who: 1. Served for 6 months in South Vietnam during the period 1 Mar 61 and 28 Mar 73; or 2. Served outside the geographical limits of South Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the RVN Armed Forces for an aggregate of six months. Only members of the Armed Forces of the United States who meet the criteria established for the AFEM (Vietnam) or Vietnam Service Medal during the period of service required are considered to have contributed direct combat support to the RVN Armed Forces; or 3. Did not complete the length of service required in item (1) or (2) above, but who, during wartime, were: a. Wounded by the enemy (in a military action); b. Captured by the enemy during action or in the line of duty, but later rescued or released; or c. Killed in action or in the line of duty; or 4. Were assigned in Vietnam on 28 Jan 73, and who served a minimum of 60 calendar days in Vietnam during the period 29 Jan 73 to 28 Mar 73. MoreHide
Criteria The Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal is awarded on a selective basis to enlisted members in the Regular Coast Guard or the Coast Guard Reserve for proficiency in rating, sobriety, obedience, industry, c... The Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal is awarded on a selective basis to enlisted members in the Regular Coast Guard or the Coast Guard Reserve for proficiency in rating, sobriety, obedience, industry, courage and neatness throughout a specified period of active military service (from May 17, 1920, to June 30, 1934, and from November 1, 1963, to December 31, 1979, the period of service was four years; for all other periods, including the present, it is three years). MoreHide
Criteria The Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal is awarded on a selective basis to enlisted members in the Regular Coast Guard or the Coast Guard Reserve for proficiency in rating, sobriety, obedience, industry, c... The Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal is awarded on a selective basis to enlisted members in the Regular Coast Guard or the Coast Guard Reserve for proficiency in rating, sobriety, obedience, industry, courage and neatness throughout a specified period of active military service (from May 17, 1920, to June 30, 1934, and from November 1, 1963, to December 31, 1979, the period of service was four years; for all other periods, including the present, it is three years). MoreHide
Criteria
The Restricted Duty Ribbon is awarded to Coast Guard service members who have completed a permanent change of station tour of duty at a shore unit where accompanying dependents are not eligible.
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Temporary replacement for ET2 who died from a fall in Waimae Canyon while goat hunting. I flew over to Kauai on the same a/c that carried his father, going over to take his sons body back home. One of my favorite duty stations. I have been back to visit the station three times since leaving in 1960. Last visit was shortly after hurricane Iniki. The buildings were still there but all abandon.
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
Confidence as senior deck watch offier, navigating in and out of foreign ports, ice-breaking in the Antarctic and Arctic, and diving.
CAPT. R.G. Moore (CO) and CMD. J. Eckman (XO), and CAPT. Fournier (CO) - I learned a lot from these three.