Union Medal
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The Union Medal was instituted by the Union of South Africa in 1952. It was awarded to Permanent Force members of the South African Defence Force for eighteen years of service and good conduct.[1][2][3]
For the ornithology award, see Union Medal of the British Ornithological Union.
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Type | Military long service medal |
Awarded for | 18 years of good service |
Country | South Africa |
Presented by | The monarch of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms |
Eligibility | Permanent Force, all ranks |
Clasps | 30 years of good service |
Status | Discontinued in 1961 |
Established | 1952 |
First awarded | 1952 |
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