Danie Theron Medal

Danie Theron Medal
Danie Theron Medal
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Ribbon: 32mm, green, with three yellow bands
Awarded by South African Defence Force
Type Medal
Awarded for Diligent service
Status Discontinued
Statistics
First awarded 1971
Last awarded 2003?
Precedence
Next (higher) Pro Merito Medal

The Danie Theron Medal was a South African military decoration that was in use from 1970 to 2003. It was awarded for diligent service in the commandos (home defence). Originally, from 1970 to 1975, it was reserved for officers, but from 1975 it was open to all ranks. The medal was named after Danie Theron, a famous Boer scout who fought valiantly in the Second Boer War as a guerilla warrior and freedom fighter.

References

  • Alexander, E. G. M., Barron G. K. B. and Bateman, A. J. (1986). South African Orders, Decorations and Medals. Human and Rousseau.
  • Monick, S, (1988). South African Military Awards 1912-1987. South African National Museum of Military History.

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