Although intended as primarily a civilian award it is more often awarded to Military personnel for actions where military decorations would not be appropriate

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The Gold Albert Medal was awarded for the most exceptional acts of heroism

NATO has abolished the practice of issuing tour numerals to recognize more than one tour with NATO forces

dark blue but this was altered in 1921 to have a broad central white stripe with dark blue edges

Royal Fleet Auxiliary Long Service Miniature Medal Category_Full Size Mounting Although intended as primarily aThe Royal Fleet Auxiliary Long Service Medal was instituted by Royal Warrant 24th July 2001 and awarded after 20 years service to all officers, petty officers and ratings of the RFA. with a clasp being awarded for a further 10 years service. Additional awarded for 10 years additional service are denoted by a bar attached to the ribbon.