When was the General Service Medal introduced?

When was the General Service Medal introduced?

The General Service Medal (GSM) was introduced in Army Order No. 4 dated 19th January 1923. This medal served as the Army and RAF equivalent of the Naval General Service Medal (NGSM).

What is Canada’s highest military medal awarded for?

The Victoria Cross
The Victoria Cross is awarded for “the most conspicuous bravery, a daring or pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice or extreme devotion to duty, in the presence of the enemy” at any point after 1 January 1993.

What is Canada’s highest civilian honor?

The Order of Canada
The Order of Canada is Canada’s highest civilian honour, with membership awarded to those who exemplify the Order’s Latin motto Desiderantes meliorem patriam, which means “(those) desiring a better country.” Created in 1967, the Order was established to recognize the lifetime contributions made by Canadians who made a …

What was the Fenian raid of 1866?

From 1866 to 1871, the Fenians launched several small, armed attacks. Each raid was put down by government forces. Dozens were killed and wounded on both sides. The raids revealed shortfalls in the leadership, structure and training of the Canadian militia, and led to improvements in these areas.

Was there a medal for Aden?

ADEN OPERATIONS (CAMPAIGN MEDAL) (Hansard, 22 December 1964)

What is Canada’s Purple Heart?

the Sacrifice Medal
Canada’s equivalent of America’s Purple Heart medal, the Sacrifice Medal, was announced in August 2008. The medal was originally to be awarded only to those killed or wounded by hostile action, but Ben Walsh, whose son, Master Cpl.

Can Canadians get MBE?

Currently there is a practical ban on Canadians accepting British honours. The Resolution requested that the British government not confer “any title of honour or titular distinction” on a Canadian, except for those of a professional or vocational character.

What does CD mean in Canadian military?

The Canadian Forces’ Decoration
The Canadian Forces’ Decoration is awarded to officers and Non-Commissioned Members of the Canadian Forces who have completed twelve years of service. The decoration is awarded to all ranks, who have a good record of conduct.

When did Ireland invade Canada?

1866
An Irish Army Invaded Canada in 1866.

What is considered a decorated veteran?

A decorated war veteran has received medals, awards, and honors from the military. Decorated soldiers often wear their medals on their uniforms. The Latin root of decorated is decus, “an ornament.”

How does the General Service Medal work in Canada?

The General Service Medal is awarded to members of the Canadian Armed Forces as well as members of allied forces who serve with the Canadian Armed Force on deployments outside of Canada. These deployments need not necessarily be into a theatre of operations, but must provide full-time direct support to operations in the presence of an armed enemy.

When was the Allied Force Medal created in Canada?

Two bars were created, namely ALLIED FORCE and ISAF+FIAS. The inaugural ceremony took place on 29 November 2004 in the ballroom of Rideau Hall in Ottawa.

Who was awarded the General Service Medal in 2004?

The inaugural ceremony took place on 29 November 2004 in the ballroom of Rideau Hall in Ottawa. On this occasion, Her Excellency, the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, CC, CMM, COM, CD, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, presented the Medal to 17 representative recipients, 6 with ALLIED FORCE bar and 11 with ISAF+FIAS bar.

What are the colors of the Canadian medal?

Red and white are the official colours of Canada as appointed by King George V in 1921. The Medal is engraved on the edge with the service number, abbreviated substantive rank, initials, and surname of the recipient. Civilian recipients have only their name engraved on the Medal.