| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL31540 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Medal |
| Physical description | Nickel Silver (alloy) |
| Maker |
Royal Australian Mint |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | c 1993 |
| Conflict |
Vietnam, 1962-1975 |
Specimen Vietnam Logistic and Support Medal
Description
Vietnam Logistic and Support Medal. Impressed around edge with the word 'SPECIMEN'.
History / Summary
The Vietnam Logistic and Support Medal was introduced in 1993 to recognise the contribution and service of individuals who did not qualify for the award of the Vietnam Medal. The qualification period for the Logistic and Support Medal is one day in the prescribed area of operations, on land, sea or air, in support of Australian forces. Recipients have included diplomatic and ambassadorial staff, crews of QANTAS aircraft flying into Vietnam and entertainers. The design of the medal is identical to the Vietnam Medal, the only differences being in the ribbon and in the straight, rather than ornamental, suspender.