Campaign and service medals recognise service rendered by members of the Australian Defence Force in prescribed warlike operations. Entitlement to campaign and service medals is typically recorded on the individual's personal service record. Personal service records are available from the National Archives of Australia.

Those campaign medals which have been independently issued by Australia to its armed forces are in bold. Foreign awards commonly awarded to Australians for campaign service include: NATO Medal with 'ISAF' clasp for service with the International Security Assistance Force. NATO Medal with 'Afghanistan clasp for service in Operation Resolute Support.

Discover the historical treasures of Australian medals from the Pre-World War I era, featuring two remarkable distinctions: The King’s South Africa Medal and The Queen’s South Africa Medal. These honors commemorate a bygone era of service, valor, and contributions to the realm.

The Australian Honours and Awards system recognises the outstanding service and contributions of Australians. Medals and awards are issued from the Australian and Imperial honours and …

Campaign and service medals recognise service rendered by members of the Australian Defence Force in prescribed warlike operations. Honours and awards are conferred in recognition of gallant or distinguished conduct or service.

The National Archives' extraordinary collection of records about Australia's defence and war efforts will help you learn more about your family's war history, support your academic research, or commemorate ex-service members.

Awards are displayed in alphabetical order. The order of wear can be found on the Wearing awards page. 1 - 9 of 25 awards listed below. Use the search above to refine.

The Australian military has followed the imperial tradition of awarding soldiers medals to honour their service, gallantry and bravery. From 1901 until 1975 Australia issued imperial honours and awards. At that time it was decided to create an independent, "Australian" honours system.

The Australia Service Medal 1939–1945 recognises service in Australia's armed forces, Mercantile Marine and Volunteer Defence Corps during World War II.

1 - 9 of 56 awards listed below. Use the search above to refine. Since 1975, 1945 to 1975, Long Service Awards, Australian Defence Medal, Anniversary of National Service 1951-1972 Medal, …