Coast Guard Commendation Medal ISLAND_19~84612 The Vietnam Service Medal replaces

The Vietnam Service Medal replaces the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM)

Armed Forces who performed military service during the Vietnam War and meet specific qualifications laid out by the United States Department of Defense

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Criteria: Army Shoulder Marks are worn by all personnel in the rank of corporal and above on the shoulder loops of the black unisex cardigan

It was not until 1996 that the "V" device was authorized

Coast Guard Commendation Medal ISLAND_19~84612 The Vietnam Service Medal replacesCoast Guard Commendation 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 medal is