Quick Answer. Lakes, oceans, ponds, streams and other large bodies of water create mild, temperate climates by cooling surrounding air in the summer and retaining warm air during the winter. In general, larger bodies of water produce the most dramatic effects on surrounding climate.
To be awarded the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, a military service member must perform duty in a deployed status and must participate in designated anti-terrorism operation for a period of either 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days of duty.
Narrative description of meritorious service or achievement for award of the AAM will be limited to bullet format in the space allowed on the DA Form 638. Certificate citations for the Army Achievement Medal are limited to six lines. Note that, according to Secretary of the Army guidance, a comma should not be used before the word and in the final sentence (need reference).