Coast Guard Special Operations Service Ribbon

The Special Operations Service Ribbon is a decoration of the United States Coast Guard which was first created in July 1987.

The four main areas of eligibility, for the presentation of the Special Operations Service Ribbon, are listed as follows:

1. Coast Guard operations of a special nature involving multiple agency involvement pertaining to national security or law enforcement.

2. Coast Guard operations of a special nature in support of special events drawing large media interest and public attention.

3. Coast Guard operations or involvement with foreign government in all areas of saving life and property at sea.

4. Coast Guard operations of assistance for friendly and/or developing nations.