James Irwin graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, Class of 1953. From 1986 to 1988 he served as the 15th Vice Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard. He retired as a U.S. Coast Guard Vice Admiral in 1988.
Sponsored by:
James
Clarence
Irwin
June 7, 1929
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Born:
Des Moines
,
Iowa
Home:
Des Moines
,
Iowa
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Vice Admiral James Clarence Irwin, United States Coast Guard, was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Vice Admiral James Clarence Irwin, United States Coast Guard, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.
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Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Vice Admiral James Clarence Irwin, United States Coast Guard, was awarded the Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, culminating as Vice Commandant of the United States Coast Guard from 1986 to 1988. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Vice Admiral Irwin culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Coast Guard.