Civilian participants who deploy to an Antarctic research station or vessel and remain south of 60 degrees South latitude via the U.S. Antarctic Program are eligible to receive an Antarctica Service Medal and Certificate from the National Science Foundation.

The Antarctica Service Medal is considered an award of the United States Armed Forces, issued in the name of the U.S. Department of Defense, and is authorized for wear on active duty uniforms. The medal may also be awarded to U.S. civilians and citizens of foreign nations who participate in a U.S. Antarctic expedition on the continent at the ...

The medal, designed by the United States Mint, is a green-gold disc. On the obverse is a heroic figure of a man in Antarctic clothing, with hood thrown back, arms extended, hands closed, and legs spread to symbolize stability, determination, courage and devotion.

Information about the USAP Participant Guide, Field Manual, traveling to Antarctica, and the Antarctic Service Award medals.

To provide for the presentation of a medal to persons who have served as members of a United States expedition to Antarctica.

Only one medal is awarded per per-son, regardless of how many times they head south. Those who spend a winter in Antarctica receive additional bars to pin above the award. The NSF processes the awards for all civilians, passing them to the U.S. Antarctic Program contractor – currently Raytheon Polar Services – or a science

May 2, 2014 · About 40 Americans are eligible to receive a medal, according to a New Zealand official quoted in a 2009 Antarctic Sun article about the previous medal ceremony. The New Zealand government, working from leads supplied by the U.S. Navy, was still tracking down potential recipients at the time.

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Antarctic Service Medal of the United States of America to Dana Jon Greeley For Service in Antarctica In recognition of valuable contributions to exploration and scientific achievement under the U.S. Antarctic Program. Courage Sacrifice Devotion

Jul 2, 2009 · A total of 40 Americans are eligible to receive a medal, Gore said, and the New Zealand government, working from leads supplied by the U.S. Navy, is still tracking down potential recipients. A further 10 medals will be presented or issued separately this year.