Jack Hindon Medal
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The Jack Hindon Medal, post-nominal letters JHM, is a South African military decoration which was instituted in the Republic of South Africa in 1970 and which was only in use until 1975. It was awarded to other ranks for diligent service in the Commandos, the rural defence component of the South African Defence Force.[1][2][3]
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Jack Hindon Medal | |
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Type | Military decoration for merit |
Awarded for | Exceptionally diligent and outstanding service |
Country | South Africa |
Presented by | the State President |
Eligibility | Other ranks in the Commandos |
Post-nominals | JHM |
Status | Discontinued in 1975 |
Established | 1970 |
First awarded | 1971 |
Last awarded | 1975 |
Total | 18 |
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Related | Danie Theron Medal |
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