{"product_id":"wider-service-medal-ribbon-bar-32mm","title":"Wider Service Medal Ribbon Bar (32mm)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eWider Service Medal Ribbon Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e is worn when the display of full-size medals is not required, providing a practical and professional representation of entitlement to the Wider Service Medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eManufactured in the United Kingdom under licence from the Ministry of Defence, this high-quality \u003cstrong data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003e32mm pin-on ribbon bar\u003c\/strong\u003e features the distinctive colours of the Wider Service Medal and is suitable for wear on military uniforms, veterans' dress, ceremonial attire and display collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eThe Wider Service Medal recognises service on a range of operational deployments that make a significant contribution to UK defence and security objectives but do not qualify for a dedicated campaign medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003eThis ribbon bar provides a convenient alternative to wearing the full medal while maintaining official recognition of service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17m79wx\" data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003eOfficial Ministry of Defence licensed product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z3aqk9\" data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003e32mm pin-on ribbon bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qyhtee\" data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003eBritish manufactured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"l1mom4\" data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003eSuitable for military and veterans' wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13ms6mx\" data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eHigh-quality woven ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xna95n\" data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003eDurable metal backing and fastening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"k6f1cf\" data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eIdeal for replacement or display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bys971\" data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eRepresents entitlement to the Wider Service Medal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"1fc3dnn\" data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eAbout the Wider Service Medal\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.empiremedals.com\/collections\/wider-service-medal\"\u003eThe Wider Service Medal\u003c\/a\u003e was introduced to recognise service on a range of important operational deployments that fall outside the criteria for traditional campaign medals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003eOriginally approved by Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 11 December 2018 and subsequently authorised by Royal Warrant under His Majesty King Charles III, awards are backdated to cover qualifying service from that date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"7pfu7z\" data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003eQualifying Operations\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003eInitial qualifying operations included:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w9s73f\" data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003eOperation AZOTIZE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v5my9w\" data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003eOperation BILOXI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s6t1oy\" data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003eOperation CABRIT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n5u9jb\" data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2426\"\u003eOperation KIPION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mj0lo2\" data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eOperation ORBITAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1runxtc\" data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003eOperation RELENTLESS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lzz8u0\" data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003eOperation WOODWALL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2559\"\u003eAdditional operations may be designated by the Ministry of Defence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"hkd5a4\" data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2594\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1xkoakj\" data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003eWhat is a ribbon bar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2730\"\u003eA ribbon bar is worn in place of a full-size medal when the wearing of medals is not required or practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1t2bdkw\" data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003eIs this an official product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2849\"\u003eYes. This ribbon bar is manufactured under licence from the UK Ministry of Defence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9ky6ny\" data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"2883\"\u003eWhat size is the ribbon bar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"2984\"\u003eThis ribbon bar measures approximately 32mm in width, matching standard UK military specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1pqednq\" data-start=\"2986\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003eDoes this include the medal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003eNo. This listing is for the ribbon bar only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Empire Medals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58290894799229,"sku":"rf-fs-wider","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7817\/files\/WiderServiceMedalribbonbar.png?v=1781617684","url":"https:\/\/www.empiremedals.ca\/products\/wider-service-medal-ribbon-bar-32mm","provider":"Empire Medals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}