De Wet Decoration
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| De Wet Decoration | |
|---|---|
 Ribbon: 32mm, yellow with green and white edges, and a blue centre stripe |
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| 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 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 The decoration has been superseded by the Medalje vir Troue Diens and the Emblem for Reserve Force Service.
[edit] 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.
