GSM 2008 Miniature with Western Africa Clasp Category_Full Size Mounting with a clasp being awarded

with a clasp being awarded for a further 10 years service

Dated bars were still awarded during the reign of EVII

The Iraq Reconstruction Service Medal was instituted January 2007 and awarded for 40 days continuous service or aggregate service of 40 days in a calendar year for a minimum of 48 hours

awarded for meritorious or distinguished service by officers of the armed forces during wartime

GSM 2008 Miniature with Western Africa Clasp Category_Full Size Mounting with a clasp being awardedThe 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