DEFENCE LONG SERVICE MEDAL Size:Mini Front (Obverse): Features a stylized BP000105 Front (Obverse): Features a stylized Commonwealth Coat of Arms above a wattle sprig a period of six months (180 days) operational service for RAN and Army personnel and RAAF non air crew personnel a period of two months operational service for air crew personnel a period of six months service at sea for Merchant Navy provided at least one voyage was made through one of the specified areas of active operations The 1939 45 Star is awarded to Australian Civilian Personnel who served afloat with the United States Army Small Ships Section between 8 December 1941 and 2 September 1945 The Defence Long Service Medal is an Australian Military award given for long service by permanent and reserve members of the Australian Defence Force Australian Cadet Forces Service Medal