United States Joint Services Commendation Medal excluded-retail only The crosses were sent automatically

The crosses were sent automatically to mothers and wives who qualified

with the stalk of the oak leaf furthest from the left shoulder

although prior to 1945 it was suspended from a light purple ribbon 11 mm wide

The “AFGHANISTAN” bar to the Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM) is awarded to those who served for at least 30 days in the theatre of operations

Awarded for an aggregate of 180 days of honourable service on the posted strength of CFS Alert

United States Joint Services Commendation Medal excluded-retail only The crosses were sent automaticallyAwarded in the name of the Secretary of Defense to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who, after January 1, 1963, distinguished themselves by meritorious achievement or service in a joint duty capacity. Full size medal comes loose and with 8 inches of quality ribbon and miniature medals 5 inches. Medal Mounting Services are available at additional cost.