Country of Origin: Rhodesia
Time Period: 1970
Battle / War: Rhodesian Bush War
Product Condition: Good
Product Dimensions (cm): 3.6x0.3
A Rhodesian General Service Medal awarded to PTE G Van Heerden (Service No. R 103288T). The obverse features the relief bust of Cecil Rhodes, facing slightly left. The reverse bears the Rhodesian coat of arms. The ribbon has a distinct tricolour scheme: red, dark blue, yellow, and light blue—symbolising the national colours. The medal is impressed along the rim with the recipient’s rank, service number, and name: PR 73770 SGT A. GREYLING. This medal was awarded to military personnel for service during the Rhodesian Bush War (also known as the Second Chimurenga), primarily between 1964 and 1979.