National Service Ribbon Bar Army Long Service Established by King George V

Established by King George V in 1922

Awarded for 30 days continuous service in the theatre of operations outlined below between 2nd August 1990 and 7th March 1991

Originally awarded for 18 years exemplary service the qualifying period was reduced to 15 years in 1977

Instituted in 1866 by Queen Victoria following the death of Prince Albert

The Conspicuous Gallantry Cross was instituted in 1993 as part of the restructuring of the honours system and was designed to remove distinction between ranks

National Service Ribbon Bar Army Long Service Established by King George VRibbon Brooch Bars available for all medals for wearing when the full size or miniature medals is not required or appropriate