Awarded for gallantry in the air on non-operational missions

Die-struck metal construction for a true-to-original appearance and feel

This medal is supplied on a loose ribbon as originally awarded

In 1970 the qualification for the award was expanded to include most of the British who served in the Dunkirk sector and their rescue forces

UN Afghanistan & Pakistan UNGOMAP UNDOF Full Size Medal

Distinguished Service Cross GV Category_European Union Awarded for gallantry in theThe Distinguished Service Cross or DSC_was originally instituted as the Conspicuous Service Cross in June 1901 for award to Warrant and subordinate officers of the Royal Navy where were ineligible for the DSO. It was renamed in October 1914 and opened to all naval officers below the rank of Lieutenant Commander. The bar to signify a second award was authorised in 1916 and a rosette is worn on the ribbon when ribbons alone are worn to denote the bar.