To: ALAUX
From: CHDIRAUX
Subj: COAST GUARD UNIT COMMENDATION FOR THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AUXILIARY -011/14
1. This morning, in recognition of the outstanding and unparalleled
achievements of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary at the time of its 75th
anniversary, the Commandant of the Coast Guard awarded the Coast Guard Unit
Commendation to all Auxiliarists who have served during the past five years.
The citation follows:
The Commandant of the Coast Guard takes pleasure in presenting the COAST
GUARD UNIT COMMENDATION to:
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AUXILIARY
for service as set forth in the following
CITATION:
"For exceptionally meritorious service from June 24, 2009 to June 23,
2014, while providing unprecedented levels of dedicated public service and
operational support to the U. S. Coast Guard's missions. Demonstrating
remarkable professionalism and boating safety expertise, the Auxiliary
performed over 1.1 million vessel safety checks and marine dealer visits,
delivered over 540 thousand hours of boating safety course instruction and
conducted over 809 thousand hours of public outreach. Displaying superior
underway and airborne operational proficiency, Auxiliarists logged over 19.8
million hours of support and patrol missions, saved over one thousand lives,
assisted over 20 thousand boaters in distress and prevented the loss of more
than 185 million dollars in property. The Auxiliary always answered the
call, remaining in lockstep with the Coast Guard's response to every major
incident. In 2010, unique Auxiliary talents were brought to bear in the
international response to the Haitian earthquake, blazing new trails in the
application of social media to locate and save dozens of trapped victims.
Also during that year, well-qualified Auxiliarists filled essential incident
command post watch positions and augmented active duty units to support the
Deepwater Horizon response. Similarly in 2012, Auxiliary commitment
following Super Storm SANDY and Hurricane IRENE was instrumental to
effective Coast Guard response and recovery operations. The Auxiliary
consistently found innovative ways to support the Coast Guard, including
establishment of the Auxiliary Food Services program which trained
Auxiliarists to augment Coast Guard galleys, afloat and ashore. Auxiliarists
involved with Public Affairs, Interpreter Corps, America's Waterway Watch,
and many other programs further contributed to Coast Guard success by
volunteering their professional talents, mastery of trade, and disciplined
initiative wherever and whenever needed. The Auxiliary's unwavering efforts
directly contributed to unprecedented national boating safety achievements,
highlighted in 2013 with the fewest boating fatalities in 50 years. Despite
incredible challenges amid keen competition for America's volunteers, the
Auxiliary grew its membership, provided over 22 million hours of
inspirational support to the Coast Guard, and kept our Nation's coasts,
lakes, and waterways safe and secure. The professionalism, pride, and
devotion to duty displayed by the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary are in
keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Coast Guard."
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P. F. ZUKUNFT
Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard
Commandant
2. Appropriate AUXDATA entries for all awardees will be made through the
Office of the Chief Director of Auxiliary (CG-BSX). Appropriate ribbons and
stars will be distributed to District Director of Auxiliary offices by the
end of July.
3. When Admiral Zukunft presented this award to COMO Mallison, the
Commandant stressed the sincere appreciation of a grateful active duty Coast
Guard for our volunteer servant leader force, and Admiral Zukunft lead all
active duty members in a standing ovation for the Auxiliarists who were
present. Congratulations to the men and women of our U.S. Coast Guard
Auxiliary, and thank you for your continued service!
4. The purpose of this list is to keep Auxiliarists as well as all other
interested parties abreast of current developments, policies, manuals, etc.
All information contained herein and linked is OFFICIAL policy and
information.
5. Internet Release and Distribution is Authorized.
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