Coast Guard Commendation Miniature Medal ISLAND_25 For all other officers

For all other officers

The trident extends upward from the Coast Guard shield

There is not a length of service requirement for this award

Subsequent awards are denoted by gold award stars worn on the award ribbon

Coast Guard Commendation Miniature Medal ISLAND_25 For all other officersCoast Guard Commendation Miniature Medal Criteria: The Coast Guard Commendation Medals (CGCM) is a mid level award that is bestowed upon a member of the Armed Forces who have distinguished themselves through heroism or meritorious service while serving with the United States Coast Guard. The award was first created in 1947 and was originally issued only as a ribbon. The award is typically only issued to Enlisted personnel and Junior Officers. Since