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India General Service Medal Please Select Your Clasp:Clasp - Burma 1887-89 9 Distinguished Conduct Medals (DCM)

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9 Distinguished Conduct Medals (DCM) were awarded bravery during the expeditions covered by this clasp

it was extended to officers of the RAF for acts of gallantry on the ground and during World War One there was provision made for officers of the Royal Naval Division and Royal Marines

This medal replaced the earlier India General Service Medal which had covered the campaigns from 1854

to the 31st July

It is at a level below the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross and is at the equivalent level to the Distinguished Service Cross (for exemplary gallantry at sea) and the Military Cross (for exemplary gallantry on land)

India General Service Medal Please Select Your Clasp:Clasp - Burma 1887-89 9 Distinguished Conduct Medals (DCM)The first of four general service medals that would cover minor campaigns in India. Insitutued in 1854 this medal continued with the same young head of Queen Victoria on the obverse for 41 years. A total of 24 four clasps were issued to this medal and the maximum number of clasps know to one medal is seven. Originally issued in silver to all ranks, it was awarded in bronze from 1885 to native support personnel such as bearers, sweepers and drivers.

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