military observers or police observers

and those deployed to the JOA under national command in support of both NATO operations

Awarded to recognise both military and some types of civilian service

Please note this is for the medal and ribbon only

Replaced by the George Cross exchange scheme in 1971

GSM 2008 Miniature with Western Africa Clasp Orders & Decorations military observers or police observersThe new General Service Medal 2008 is now available in miniature. Initially 5 clasps have been approved, full details of qualifying criteria will be published as it becomes available. A fully licensed miniature completely faithful in design. (c) Ministry of Defence