It recognises the bravery and endurance of those who served on land

The commencement date for the medal will be 23 March 2014

although other awards were announced later in the London Gazette these were all backdated

The centre is flanked by equal bars of a buff or sand colour to represent the Kalahari and Namib deserts with equal bands of UN blue appearing at each end

The NATO MSM or may be awarded to military and civilian personnel serving permanently or temporarily under NATO Command or control in recognition of exceptional or remarkable service to the Alliance

Special Air Service Polyester Tie Collection_Engraved Gifts It recognises the bravery andSpecial Air Service Polyester Tie