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The General Service Medal 1962 is a British military campaign medal established in 1962 to recognize the service of British and Commonwealth personnel who participated in various smaller military operations and campaigns that took place after World War II and are not recognized by a specific campaign medal. The medal honors the commitment, dedication, and sacrifice of those who served in these operations and acknowledges their efforts in the pursuit of peace and stability.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the General Service Medal 1962, personnel must have served in a designated operation or campaign approved for the award of the medal. The medal could be awarded to members of the British Armed Forces, as well as certain civilians working directly for or in support of the military, such as civilian police and contractors. The minimum service requirement for the General Service Medal 1962 is 30 consecutive days or 45 non-consecutive days in the designated operational area, although some operations may have different qualifying periods.
Clasps
The following clasps were issued for the GSM 1962:
Design
The General Service Medal 1962 is designed as a circular, cupro-nickel medallion featuring the crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, surrounded by the inscription ""ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA FID. DEF."". The reverse of the medal displays the monarch's crown, with the inscription "FOR CAMPAIGN SERVICE", surrounded by a laurel wreath.
Ribbon
The ribbon of the General Service Medal 1962 features a dark purple ribbon with green borders.
The General Service Medal 1962 is a symbol of the service and sacrifice of British and Commonwealth personnel who participated in smaller military operations and campaigns after World War II. It is a testament to their dedication and commitment in the pursuit of peace and stability in various regions and serves as a reminder of their role in shaping the course of global events.
If you order your medal unmounted, the medal and ribbon will be supplied as separate components. Miniature medals will be supplied with 15cm of ribbon and full size medals will be supplied with 30cm of ribbon.
The court mounting of medals involves securing medals to a stiff backing board, along with the placement of a brooch fitting on the board. This ensures that the medals remain firmly in place and do not shift or move about while being worn.
It is mandatory for active members of the Australian Defence Force to have their medals court mounted, as it is considered the appropriate method of presenting military honours in a professional and respectful manner. By doing so, the medals are given proper recognition and are displayed in a neat and organized fashion.The swing mounting of medals refers to the attachment of a medal to a ribbon that is allowed to hang freely from a brooch, which in turn is affixed to a uniform or clothing. This mounting style was commonly used for medals from the Boer War up to and including World War II, although there are no fixed guidelines or regulations regarding its use.
Miniature Court Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
Miniature Swing Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
A ribbon bar is a small, rectangular display of ribbons worn on military uniforms to represent various honours and awards earned by the wearer. These ribbons are arranged in a specific order and are attached to a backing, which is then attached to the uniform. Ribbon bars are a compact and convenient way for military personnel to display their achievements and are often used in situations where a full-sized medal or award would be impractical.
