De Wet Decoration

De Wet Decoration
De Wet Decoration
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Ribbon: 32mm, yellow with green and white edges, and a blue centre stripe
Awarded by South African Defence Force
Type Medal
Awarded for Long service (20 years) in the Commandos
Status Discontinued
Precedence
Next (higher) John Chard Decoration

The De Wet Decoration was a South African military medal that was in use from 1965 to 2003. It was named after General Christiaan de Wet. It was awarded to members of the Commandos who completed twenty years qualifying service, and was originally (1965-1986) restricted to officers. The decoration has been superseded by the Medalje vir Troue Diens and the Emblem for Reserve Force Service.

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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