Coast Guard Distinguished Service Miniature Medal PICK_PAIR_MIRRORED~6583 LTC-ES and is awarded to those

and is awarded to those who distinguish themselves though non-combat meritorious service or achievement

Created in 1915 it can either be awarded as a unit award or as an individual award for distinguished service for acts of heroism during combat with the enemy

In 1941 the Uniform Regulations were modified to permit a service member to wear the submarine insignia for the duration of his career

The board has an 11/32-inch gold-colored border

the Chief and Vice Chiefs of the military services and other personnel whose duties bring them in direct and frequent contact with the Secretary of Defense

Coast Guard Distinguished Service Miniature Medal PICK_PAIR_MIRRORED~6583 LTC-ES and is awarded to thoseCoast Guard Distinguished Service Miniature Medal Criteria: The Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal (CGDSM) is bestowed upon any member of the United States Coast Guard who has distinguished themselves through exceptional meritorious service in a position of great responsibility within the United States Government. The award is typically reserved for senior Flag Officers of the Coast Guard. First created in August of 1949, it wasn't awarded until