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And for that reason, america knows that we can always count on the coast guard because the coast guard is always ready. [applause] now admiral, will you please step forward so we can formally recognize your accomplishments? >> military members, attention to award. citation to accompany the award of the homeland security distinguished service medal, gold star to admiral paul. he is cited for extraordinary service to the government of the united states in a position of great responsibility as the 25th commandant of the united states coast guard from may 2014 to may 2018.

Incredible career of its 25th commandant admiral paul zukoft. [applause] great job. he has his family here. they are very proud and they should be. paul, i have to tell you on behalf of the american people, i thank you for a lifetime of noble service, congratulations on everything you have achieved. for nearly half a century, 45 years paul has proudly worn the coast guard uniform. that's a long time. you don't look that old. 45 years? [applause] 45 years. how good does he look? 45 years. must be something awfully good happening in the coast guard. in that time he has led every kind of mission ...