(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Rear Admiral Gary T. Blore, 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 Commander of the Thirteenth Coast Guard District in 2011. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Rear Admiral Blore 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.