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 Sapper J.F.Timmer. PR 22783 SPR. 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: Sapper J.F.Timmer. PR 22783 SPR.. 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.