981 DSOs were awarded during World War I

awarded for The qualifying time required depending on the area served is: UK - 1080 days

recognising those who fought bravely in some of the most demanding desert conditions of the conflict

The General Service Medal 1962 - 2007 is commonly known as the Campaign Service Medal 1962 as was awarded with a minimum of one campaign clasp (in the instance 'South Vietnam') and it is believed that a maximum of six clasp have been awarded on one medal

Naval General Service Medal 1915-1962 GVI Malaya Category_Gallant & Distinguished Conduct 981 DSOs were awarded duringThe Naval General Service Medal. It was possible to be awarded the Naval GSM George VI with 7 first clasps: Palestine 1936 1939, S. E. Asia 1945 46, Minesweeping 1945 51, Palestine 1945 48, Bomb & Mine Clearance 1945 53,Malaya and Yangtze, Malaya and Yangtze.