Anniversary of National Service 1951-1972 Medal (REPLICA) Proposed designs prepared by Bailey

Proposed designs prepared by Bailey

Iron Cross 2nd Class ribbon

the discharge of the member as medically unfit due to a compensable impairment

It is flanked by two stripes of dark green which in turn are flanked by stripes of light green

Anniversary of National Service 1951-1972 Medal (REPLICA) Proposed designs prepared by BaileySignificance The Anniversary of National Service 1951 1972 Medal is a commemorative medal awarded to Australians for their service in post war national service schemes. History More than 300,000 Australians served in two post war national service schemes that played an important role in the country's defence. In the 21 year period 187 national servicemen died in active service and 1,500 were wounded. The Prime Minister, the Hon John Howard MP,