The AOSM Greater Middle East is a service medal recognising the contributions of ADF members and government employees in the Middle East region. It features an antique silver design with a stylised map and a sand-coloured ribbon. Read more..
The Australian Operational Service Medal (AOSM) Greater Middle East is a service medal awarded to members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and Australian Government employees who have provided operational service in the Greater Middle East region.
Eligibilty
AOSM Greater Middle East recognizes the contributions of ADF members and government employees who have participated in operations and missions across the Middle East region, including Operations MANITOU, ACCORDION, OKRA, and HIGHROAD. Eligible service is classified as 30 days service (continuous or accumulated), and / or the Defence member is force assigned to operational duties.
Design
The medal is a circular design of cupro-nickel finished in antique silver. It features an old-world stylised map on the obverse, representing global operations. The map is crowned by the Federation Star, and surrounded by the inscription "AUSTRALIAN OPERATIONAL SERVICE MEDAL". The reverse bears a wreath of mimosa, overlayed by a horizontal scroll with the words "Defending Australia and its national interests". Above the scroll is the image of an hourglass, signifying ongoing vigilance and timely response.
Ribbon
The ribbon of the AOSM Greater Middle East has sand-coloured edges, and three vertical stripes of equal width of green, black, and light blue. The colours represent Australia and hope, anti-piracy, and the maritime and air aspects.
Accumulated Service Device
An Accumulated Service Device - also known as Multiple Tour Indicator (MTI) is awarded to those who complete a second deployment. The MTI is worn on the centre of the ribbon with the medals and ribbon bar.
If you require an MTI, please add it to your cart from here: MTI 2 . MTI 3 . MTI 4 .
