Instituted 26th September 1939 and awarded for courage in the face of the enemy

Bars were awarded for a further 12 years service

600 with the FID DEF legend

the Air Force Cross recognised outstanding achievement and gallantry during peacetime flying duties

The George Cross (GC) is second in the order of wear in the United Kingdom honours system

General Service Medal 2008 (EIIR) – Eastern Africa Clasp Collection_Monarchs & Leaders Instituted 26th September 1939 andGeneral Service Medal 2008 Eastern Africa Clasp (EIIR) The General Service Medal 2008 (GSM 2008) with Eastern Africa clasp recognises qualifying operational service in the Eastern Africa region. This version features the effigy of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and is produced under licence from the Ministry of Defence. Die struck using traditional manufacturing techniques, this high quality replica faithfully reproduces the original medal and