Mentioned in Despatches - 1914 to 1920 qsaclaspfs The Coast Guard Commendation Medal

The Coast Guard Commendation Medal (US 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 availability of the Medal was extended to other ranks of the Air Force for gallant conduct on the ground

Eligibility for the award of the medal and Clasps to members of the ADF ceased on 19 April 1982

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or in saving or attempting to save the life of other personnel or for devotion to duty in a theatre of war

Mentioned in Despatches - 1914 to 1920 qsaclaspfs The Coast Guard Commendation MedalA member mentioned in despatches (MID) for service 1914 to 10th of August 1920 wears a bronze spray of oak leaves on the ribbon of the campaign medal. Only one emblem is worn no matter how many times a member may have been mentioned. When a ribbon alone is worn a slightly smaller (miniature) insignia is worn as a ribbon emblem. Most commonly seen on the ribbon of the WW1 Victory Medal, the MID can also be worn on the ribbon of the General Service