Miniature circular cupro-nickel medal with eight faceted lobes, the upper reverse with loop for ribbon suspension; the face with a traditional East African shield imposed on crossed spears from the arms of the Republic of Kenya; the reverse plain; diameter 19.9mm (0.78 inch); on original ribbon. The Order was instituted on 8 December 1983 in a single class to be awarded to members of the Kenyan Armed Forces for meritorious service and outstanding devotion to duty.
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