this award was discontinued in 1993 following the review of the honours system and replaced with the Distinguished Service Cross

What does the GV version signify

Traditionally die struck medal

the Africa Star honours those who served with courage and resilience in one of WWII’s most iconic campaigns

only the individual's forenames and surname are shown

OSM Afghanistan Miniature Medal with Afghanistan Bar Please Select:With AFGHANISTAN Bar this award was discontinued inOperational Service Medal Afghanistan. Awarded for service from 1st March 2002 in the Afghanistan theatre of operations. The award of the Afghanistan Clasp signifies service during a period of conflict or in a particulally dangerous area.