The Royal Air Force Long Service Medal was originally awarded for 18 years exemplary service the qualifying period was reduced to 15 years in 1977

This medal replaces the NATO medals for Former-Yugoslavia

Available in Military or Civilian variant– Military version features a distinct white stripe on the ribbon

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It is also awarded to UK personnel who served at locations where American atmospheric nuclear tests were conducted in 1962

King Charles III GSM 2008 Full Size with Western Africa Clasp wider service The Royal Air Force LongGSM 2008 (clasp only) Western Africa Added to the GSM 2008 and awarded for service of 45 days continuous or 60 days accumulated between 13th January 22nd May 2013 on Op NEWCOMBE.