Canada, Commonwealth. A Special Service Medal United Republic of Addison was taken on strength

Addison was taken on strength at No

which he had been employed at in Canada for the past eighteen years

with leafing above and below

marked on reverse V

Canada, Commonwealth. A Special Service Medal United Republic of Addison was taken on strength1 Clasp NATO+OTAN. In rhodium plated alloy, measuring 37. 5 mm in diameter, very light contact, original ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Special Service Medal is a service medal awarded to members of the Canadian Forces. The medal was established by letters patent by Queen Elizabeth II on June 16, 1984. Recipients of this medal must have performed, "service under exceptional circumstances". The medal is always issued with a bar which