The Coast Guard Cross is a military decoration of the United States Coast Guard. Established by Act of Congress on 15 October 2010, it is intended to recognize members of the United States Coast Guard for extraordinary heroism in action, while not operating under the Department of the Navy. Coast Guard members serving under the United States Navy would be eligible for the Navy Cross. This medal, though approved, has not been awarded as of the end of 2012.
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| - The Coast Guard Cross is a military decoration of the United States Coast Guard. Established by Act of Congress on 15 October 2010, it is intended to recognize members of the United States Coast Guard for extraordinary heroism in action, while not operating under the Department of the Navy. Coast Guard members serving under the United States Navy would be eligible for the Navy Cross. This medal, though approved, has not been awarded as of the end of 2012.
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Status
| - Currently approved
- Not yet awarded
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Caption
| - Drawing of the Coast Guard Cross
- Top: Coast Guard Cross Ribbon
- Bottom: Obverse and reverse of the Coast Guard Cross Medal
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eligibility
| - Persons who are serving in any capacity with the United States Coast Guard
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awarded by
| - the United States Coast Guard
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- 300(xsd:integer)
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for
| - Distinguishing themselves in action by extraordinary heroism not justifying the Medal of Honor.
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same
| - Air Force - Air Force Cross
- Army - Distinguished Service Cross
- Marine Corps - Navy Cross
- Navy - Navy Cross
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| - The Coast Guard Cross is a military decoration of the United States Coast Guard. Established by Act of Congress on 15 October 2010, it is intended to recognize members of the United States Coast Guard for extraordinary heroism in action, while not operating under the Department of the Navy. Coast Guard members serving under the United States Navy would be eligible for the Navy Cross. This medal, though approved, has not been awarded as of the end of 2012.
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