Should the Coast Guard create a badge for members who served on the RAID Team in Afghanistan?

CPO Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 15 Oct 2015 15:35:59 -0400

The Coast Guard Redeployment Assistance and Inspection Detachment Team (RAID) is distinct. The job was created in 2003 by the Department of Defense to ensure hazardous materials are properly prepared for shipment and re-entry into U.S. ports as part of the military redeployment process. One of the Coast Guard’s many responsibilities includes port security, so when a container comes through with the seal of approval from the Coast Guard, the cargo is less likely to get stopped.

The RAID Team is the most forward deployed Coast Guard unit in a combat zone. “Not many Coast Guardsman units know about our existence.

Response by SCPO David Lockwood made Oct 15 at 2015 3:37 PM

SCPO David Lockwood — Thu, 15 Oct 2015 15:37:10 -0400

I think they deserve something.

Response by TSgt David L. made Oct 15 at 2015 4:11 PM

TSgt David L. — Thu, 15 Oct 2015 16:11:52 -0400

What, are they trying to be like the AF and have a badge for EVERYONE? LOL

Response by LTJG Robert M. made Oct 15 at 2015 8:46 PM

LTJG Robert M. — Thu, 15 Oct 2015 20:46:43 -0400

I was an OIC for a LEDET during Desert Storm (1991). These guys know their job and deserve recognition.

Response by PO1 Robert Gasser made Oct 19 at 2015 11:32 AM

PO1 Robert Gasser — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 11:32:25 -0400

Most definitely should! Being a member of a PSU. No one knows what other jobs the CG is involved with. When you try to explain to someone and they say "I didn't think the CG went oconus!" How embarrassing is that? its easier just giving a short description and leaving it at that. We should be recognized for the collateral duties we perform.