During the war he received a Purple Heart Medal, the Combat Action Ribbon and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry.

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Commander Coughlin was at the Pentagon the day of the attacks almost 10 years ago and received a Meritorious Service Medal and Purple Heart for his actions in saving others on that day as well as for injuries he sustained.

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The challenge coin is one part of the Purple Heart which also includes the medal proper and a lapel pin.

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They confirm that as a fighter pilot he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal, silver and bronze stars, a purple heart and other medals.

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Nonmilitary victims could receive the Secretary of Defense Medal for the Defense of Freedom, the civilian equivalent of the Purple Heart.

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