Recipients
The first Department of Homeland Security Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to then-Vice Admiral Thad W. Allen in 2006 for his service in response to Hurricane Katrina. Admiral Allen received the award for a second time in 2010 at the end of his term as Commandant of the Coast Guard.
Admiral Thomas H. Collins was presented the award in 2006 at the end of his term as Commandant of the Coast Guard.
Vice Admiral Vivien Crea was presented the award in 2009 at the end of her term as Vice Commandant of the Coast Guard.
General Craig R. McKinley was awarded the Homeland Security Distinguished Service Medal at the change-of-responsibility ceremony marking the end of his tenure as the Chief of the National Guard Bureau.
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