(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Rear Admiral Steve Branham, 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, SEVENTH Coast Guard District, in 2010. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Rear Admiral Branham 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.