Van Riebeeck Decoration
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The Van Riebeeck Decoration, post-nominal letters DVR, is a South African military decoration for bravery which was instituted by the Union of South Africa in 1952. It was awarded to officers for distinguished service in the field.[1][2]
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Van Riebeeck Decoration | |
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Type | Military decoration for bravery |
Awarded for | Distinguished service in the field |
Country | South Africa |
Presented by | the Monarch of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms and, from 1961, the State President |
Eligibility | Officers |
Post-nominals | DVR |
Status | Discontinued in 1975 |
Established | 1952 |
First awarded | 1974 |
Last awarded | 1974 |
Total | 2 |
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