The black colour represents the volcanic lava and the world famous gorillas of the area

and formerly of other Commonwealth countries

Previous service in the ranks counted half and war service double

The Air Force Cross (GV) was instituted in 1918 by King George V and awarded to officers of the Royal Air Force and other air services for acts of courage

the DFM was discontinued and the DFC became available to all ranks of all services for exemplary gallantry in the air in presence of the enemy

Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC) Polyester Tie Category_ Miniature NATO The black colour represents theRoyal Army Medical Corps (equal stripes) Polyester Tie