Vice Adm. Michael Mcallister (right) presents Capt. Alan McCabe (left) with a Meritorious Service Medal during a change of command ceremony held aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Midgett, Aug. 11, 2021.
The Meritorious Service Medal is a military award presented to members of the U.S. armed forced who distinguished themselves by outstanding meritorious achievement or service to the United States.