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John Action graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, Class of 1976. He retired as a Coast Guard Rear Admiral in 2008.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Coast Guard

    Rank:

    Rear Admiral

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Rear Admiral John C. Action, III, 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.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Coast Guard

    Rank:

    Rear Admiral

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Rear Admiral John C. Action, III, 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.

  • Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Coast Guard

    Rank:

    Rear Admiral

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Rear Admiral John C. Action, III, 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. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Admiral Acton and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Coast Guard.