Medal, Canadian Forces Decoration awarded to CSM Barr

Name/Title

Medal, Canadian Forces Decoration awarded to CSM Barr

Entry/Object ID

990103 (90-01-02)

Description

A King George VI pattern Canadian Forces Decoration awarded for 12 years service to CSM Barr of the Lorne Scots. The medal has been privately mounted to a blue and cardboard backing.

Use

Recognition of long service and good conduct

Context

Authorised in 1949 to replace the Efficiency Decoration and Efficiency Medal. First issued in 1951 and issued until 1957. Issue of this pattern overlapped with the Queen Elizabeth II pattern, first issued in 1954.