Star of South Africa (1952)
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The Star of South Africa, post-nominal letters SSA, is a military decoration for merit which was instituted by the Union of South Africa from 1952 to 1975. It was awarded to general and flag officers of the South African Defence Force for exceptionally meritorious service. The Star of South Africa was discontinued on 1 July 1975, when a new set of orders, decorations and medals was instituted.[1][2]
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Star of South Africa | |
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Type | Military decoration for merit |
Awarded for | Exceptionally meritorious service |
Country | South Africa |
Presented by | Queen of South Africa until 1961 State President from 1961 |
Eligibility | General and flag officers |
Post-nominals | SSA |
Status | Discontinued in 1975 |
Established | 1952 |
First awarded | 1960 |
Last awarded | 1975 |
Total | 20 |
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