SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal to Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Steven W. Cantrell, United States Coast Guard, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Master Chief Petty Officer of the United States Coast Guard from 22 May 2014 to 17 May 2018. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Master Chief Petty Officer Cantrell 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.



