Coast Guard Commendation Anodized Medal SBBA~Double~11410DBR while the GWOTE Medal is

while the GWOTE Medal is generally awarded for service on foreign shores

The Rating was discontinued in 2010

Army has an equivalent to this medal called the Soldier's Medal

Each soldier - both enlisted and officer - wear their branch insignia badge on their Class A or Army dress blue uniforms denoting their particular skill set

Miniature versions are issued to post tour chiefs

Coast Guard Commendation Anodized Medal SBBA~Double~11410DBR while the GWOTE Medal isCoast Guard Commendation Anodized 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 the