Pistol Securing Lanyard Aria The obverse of the medal

The obverse of the medal has a raised map of South Korea which is superimposed over polar projection lines

Issue to Australian Army soldiers who perform exemplary service

The reverse has clusters of mimosa blossoms surrounding a Federation Star bearing the inscription ‘FOR SERVICE’

The new university and regiment were sensitive at the time to the standing it had in relation to the historic traditions of Sydney University

Machine washable on wool setting

Pistol Securing Lanyard Aria The obverse of the medalLanyard, Pistol, Securing Lanyard is a rope or cord which is typically worn around the neck or shoulder to carry an object. Each lanyard has its own individual style, colour and material which will depend on the end purpose of the lanyard. Originating from 15th century France, the lanyard was used to connect a pistol to a sword or whistle to be used for signalling. The lanyard was attached to the uniform semi permanently for easy removal of weapons