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Long Service Decoration

Oral Answers to Questions — British Army – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 28 January 1947.

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Photo of Mr Reginald Manningham-Buller Mr Reginald Manningham-Buller , Daventry 12:00, 28 January 1947

asked the Secretary of State for War whether it is proposed to institute a long service decoration for officers of pre-Service units.

Photo of Mr Frederick Bellenger Mr Frederick Bellenger , Bassetlaw

This matter is under consideration.

Photo of Mr Reginald Manningham-Buller Mr Reginald Manningham-Buller , Daventry

Active consideration?

Photo of Mr Frederick Bellenger Mr Frederick Bellenger , Bassetlaw

Yes, Sir.

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