Demonstrating strong leadership and a proven mastery of small craft operating principles, Coxswains are vital to the success of the Coast Guard mission.
At the helm of the Coast Guard's small boats, these bold individuals bear full responsibility for the safety of all on-board personnel when their vessel is underway. Swiftly delivering orders to those in their command, they ensure completion of a full range of critical shipboard tasks. Aware of their responsibility to ensure mission completion, those who serve as Coxswains exhibit laser-like focus and unparalleled devotion to duty, traits that have earned them a highly respected place in America's Coast Guard.
This coin honors the skill and dedication of all those who serve as Coxswains in the United States Coast Guard.
