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.
In addition, only one I'M device shall be earned for each mobilization (set of orders) even if more than one operation is supported. The ribbon is authorized upon award of the M device, despite having served less than 10 years. (1) Only one Armed Forces Reserve Medal (AFRM) is authorized for wear. (2) Not entitled to 'M device, entitled to AFRM: AFRM with appropriate bronze/silver/gold hourglass centered on the ribbon bar and suspension ribbon.