ADF COMM | Australian Defence Force – Command Commendation Badge Size:Presentation Set (Full Size & Case) For valorous actions in direct

For valorous actions in direct contact with an enemy force the Valor device ("V" device) may be authorized as an attachment to the decoration

your medal ribbons will be mounted on a solid brass ribbon bar and securely pressed down to it with high-grade aluminium backing plates fitted with stainless steel post and clutch pin cap or strong magnets

Recipients are entitled to the post-nominals V

Additional DFSM Service Recognition

In 1920 the reason for the award was changed to be for 'distinguished services in action'

ADF COMM | Australian Defence Force – Command Commendation Badge Size:Presentation Set (Full Size & Case) For valorous actions in directSolid brass Die struck Highly detailed Notes FULL SIZE ONLY as per official issue. No official miniature version exists and accordingly Foxhole will not stock it. INDIVIDUAL AWARD ONLY no Group version. Award Background Defence introduced a commendation scheme to recognise outstanding or exceptional achievement, or specific acts of bravery, by Defence personnel. These achievements are often not suitably recognised by the Australian honours and awards