South Atlantic Full Size Medal Famous Faces The medal was generally awarded

The medal was generally awarded to members of the British and Imperial forces who completed at least 28 days of mobilised service during 1914–1918

This medal has been granted permission to be worn when awarded for service in operational areas

In 1930 the title of the medal was changed to the Long Service and Good Conduct (Military) Medal

Awarded for meritorious service it also served as a third level gallantry award for services which did not merit the award of the GM or GC

RAF gallantry decoration

South Atlantic Full Size Medal Famous Faces The medal was generally awardedThe South Atlantic Medal was awarded for 30 days continuous or accumulated service in the South Atlantic (The Falklands War), south of 7 degrees South and north of 60 degrees South, commencing between 2nd April and 14th June 1982 and completing no later than 21st October1982.