Established by King George V in 1922

or for 1 operational sortie south of Ascension Island

a gallantry emblem of crossed oakleaves was established to be worn on all grades of the Order of the British Empire

One operational combat sortie or eight sorties in the Arabian Peninsular Flight Information Regions by air transport crews

NATO has abolished the practice of issuing tour numerals to recognise more than one tour with NATO forces

NATO Non Article 5 Miniature Medal Collection_Monarchs & Leaders Established by King George VThe Secretary General has established the NATO Medal to be awarded to military and civilian personnel who are, or have been, engaged in operations, or in direct support of operations conducted by NATO in the Balkans. For award of the NATO "NON ARTICLE FIVE" Medal, personnel must complete both the qualifying period of service (below) and meet the eligibility criteria (above). The qualifying periods are thirty days continuous or accumulated service on