Union Defence Forces 1913-1952
The colonial forces were replaced in 1912 by the Union Defence Forces, which continued the system. British decorations for gallantry and distinguished service were awarded during World War I and World War II, and the South African government granted the other categories of award. They were:
- Decoration
- Distinguished Conduct Medal (1914–40)
- Campaign medals
- Victory Medal (1919)
- Africa Service Medal (1943)
- Long service medals
- Long Service & Good Conduct Medal (1914–39)
- Long Service & Good Conduct Medal (Military) (1939–52)
- Meritorious Service Medal (1914–40)
- Colonial Auxiliary Forces Officers' Decoration (VD) (1913–39)
- Colonial Auxiliary Forces Long Service Medal (1913–39)
- Efficiency Decoration (ED) (1939–52)
- Efficiency Medal (1939–52)
- RNVR Volunteer Officers' Decoration (VD) (1915–49)
- RNVR Long Service & Good Conduct Medal (1915–49)
- Air Efficiency Award (1950–52).
Read more about this topic: South African Military Decorations
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