The first EU military operation conducted outside Europe

It is typically awarded to officers ranked Major (or its equivalent) or higher

Clasp - 16th Jan - 28 Feb 1991

Clasp - Vimiera

British Empire Miniature Medal CIIIR (Civilian) FS Mount & Engrave Police The first EU military operationEstablished by King George V in 1922, and formally entitled the Medal of The Order of The British Empire. Awarded for meritorious service it also served as a third level gallantry award for services which did not merit the award of the GM or GC. It was awarded particularly for service during air raids in World War Two. From December 1957, a gallantry emblem of crossed oak leaves was established to be worn on all grades of the Order of the British