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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Rear Admiral Michael N. Parks, United States Coast Guard, was awarded a Second Gold Star in lieu of a Third Award of the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Coast Guard

    Rank:

    Rear Admiral

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Rear Admiral Michael N. Parks, 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.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Coast Guard

    Rank:

    Rear Admiral

    Action Date:

    April 2010 – June 2013

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Rear Admiral Michael N. Parks, United States Coast Guard, was awarded a Third Gold Star in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States, culminating as Commander, NINTH Coast Guard District, from April 2010 to June 2013. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Rear Admiral Parks 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.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Coast Guard

    Rank:

    Rear Admiral

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Rear Admiral Michael N. Parks, 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.

  • Defense Superior Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Coast Guard

    Rank:

    Rear Admiral

    Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Rear Admiral Michael N. Parks, United States Coast Guard, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Rear Admiral Parks reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Coast Guard, and the Department of Defense.