It was awarded to officers and enlisted crew for conspicuous bravery. Lieutenant Travis Long was nominated for the CGM for his conduct in the battle against the Volsung Mercenaries, but the family of Admiral Carlton Locatelli used its influence to keep him from receiving it. (HHA6.2: ACTA) Honor Harrington received the CGM for her role in saving the lives of crewmembers aboard the superdreadnought HMS Manticore during an explosion in her forward power room. (HH1)