Danie Theron Medal
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The Danie Theron Medal, post-nominal letters DTM, is a military decoration which was instituted by the Republic of South Africa in 1970 and which was in use until 1993. It was awarded for diligent service in the Commandos, the rural defence component of the South African Defence Force. Originally reserved for officers, it was available to all ranks from 1975.[1]
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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 | Members of the Commandos * Officers only from 1970 to 1975 * All ranks after 1975 |
Post-nominals | DTM |
Status | Discontinued in 1993 |
Established | 1970 |
First awarded | 1971 |
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