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Civil Decoration s awarded to military personnel should not be considered military decorations, although some Orders Of Chivalry have civil and military divisions. Decorations received by Police and Fire Brigade personnel may sometimes be considered alongside military decorations, on which they may be modelled, although they are strictly not military awards.

Decorations have been known since ancient times. Celt s and Romans wore a Torc , Dayak s wore and still wear Tattoo s, etc. Necklace s and Bracelet s were given during the early Middle Ages, evolving into richly jewelled big necklaces, often with a Pendant (commonly a Medal ) attached.

Today military decorations include:

  • Orders Of Chivalry ;

  • Bravery awards, in the form of a cross, star or medal on a ribbon;

  • Distinguished service awards, in the form of a cross, star or medal on a ribbon;

  • Campaign Medal s worn on a ribbon;

  • Service Medal s worn on a ribbon;

  • Awards for entire units.


On everyday occasions, only the Ribbon s are normally worn.


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