GSM 2008 Western Africa ClaspGSM 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.

this award was approved for all Officers and Men of the British and Indian Expeditionary Forces

Prior to this change

Qualifying service for the medal is 90 days

The Area of Operation for each of the above activities/operations is as follows:

Made in Britain using traditional manufacturing methods

When the ribbon alone is worn a further replica in miniature is added

Gurkha Brigade (crest) Polyester Tie

The campaign became one of the most challenging and dangerous theatres of the war

Instituted in 1918 alongside the Air Force Cross (AFC)

On 28 October 2011

Royal Victorian Order (MVO) manufactured in sterling silver and vitreous enamels as the full size piece

and RAF in recognition of exemplary gallantry during active operations against the enemy on land