Antonio Prieto Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 The Australian Operational Service Medal (AOSM) – Special Operations recognises the service of Australian Defence Force members on special operations as declared by the Chief of the Defence Force from 1 November 2019. Eligible Service The AOSM – Special Operations recognises the service of Australian Defence Force members on special operations as declared by the Chief of the Defence Force from 1 November 2019. Medal The medal is a cupro-nickel medal finished in antique silver. The obverse bears an old-world stylised world globe signifying global operations, interlinked with a Federation Star. The globe is surrounded by the words ‘AUSTRALIAN OPERATIONAL SERVICE MEDAL’. The reverse bears a central horizontal stylised scroll with the words ‘Defending Australia and its national interests’, overlaying a wreath of mimosa, above which sits an hour glass motif signifying the ongoing vigilance and timely response of Defence. Ribbon The ribbon is black with a central thin red stripe. The black represents the non-conventional conduct of special operations, while the single red stripe represents danger, strength and the great sacrifices made by recipients in defence of Australia. Source: https://www.defence.gov.au/Medals/Australian/Since-1975/AOSM-Special-Operations.asp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Megan Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 Nice. Well spotted, Antonio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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