Awarded for service in the Gulf of Suez between 15 August 1984 and 15 October 1984

The original ribbon for this medal was plain crimson

Regimental functions and everyday business attire

Operational Service medal in Iraq and Syria

Royal Observer Corps Long Service Medal Type_Full Size Awarded for service in theThe Royal Observer Corps Long Service Medal. This version issued from 1953 when the Queen's titles changed. Although originally instituted in 1950, no awards of the medal were made until 1953. It was awarded to part time officers and observers who had completed 12 years service and full time officers and observers who had completed 24 years service. Bars were awarded for each additional period of 12 years. The ribbon represents the pale blue of the