Transportation 9-11 Ribbon
| Company type | Award / Ribbon |
|---|---|
| Industry | United States Department of Transportation awards |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Defunct | October 2002 (issuance ceased) |
| Owner | United States Department of Transportation |
The Transportation 9-11 Ribbon represents a recognition presented by the U.S. Department of Transportation to both civilian and military individuals who participated in the recovery operations following the September 11 attacks in 2001.
History
While predominantly awarded to members of the United States Coast Guard, eligibility also extended to Department of Transportation employees, Merchant Mariners, and civilian personnel engaged in post-attack relief efforts.
Eligibility requirements encompassed:
- Service with Coast Guard units operating under Operational Control during Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Noble Eagle, or Operation Protecting Liberty from September 11, 2001, through September 11, 2002.
- Involvement in activities such as harbor security patrols, safeguarding critical infrastructure, escorting vessels of high interest, and conducting vessel boardings within U.S. territorial waters during that timeframe, with a minimum service duration of fourteen days.
- Active duty, reserve, auxiliary, and civilian staff supporting command centers of the Coast Guard, Department of Transportation, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), or United States Department of Defense for no less than fourteen days within the specified period.
This ribbon was issued as a one-time award without additional attachments and ceased issuance in October 2002; nonetheless, it remains authorized for wear by eligible Coast Guard and civilian recipients.
For extraordinary acts of valor surpassing the ribbon’s qualifications, the Department of Transportation conferred the 9-11 Medal.