(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Seaman James Duffy, United States Coast Guard, was awarded the Coast Guard Medal for extraordinary heroism on the evening of 22 August 1994 while serving aboard U.S.C.G.C. BAINBRIDGE ISLAND (WPB 1343), during the rescue of eight people from the sport fisher LYL SYN, which was sinking in a severe storm 30 miles east of the New Jersey shore. Seven survivors were recovered clinging onto and in a small life raft. Seaman Duffy demonstrated remarkable initiative, exceptional fortitude, and daring in spite of imminent personal danger in this rescue. His courage and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Coast Guard.