Danie Theron Medal

The Danie Theron Medal was a South African military decoration that was in use from 1970 to 2003. It was awarded for diligent service in the commandos (home defence). Originally, from 1970 to 1975, it was reserved for officers, but from 1975 it was open to all ranks. The medal was named after Danie Theron, a famous Boer scout who fought valiantly in the Second Boer War as a guerilla warrior and freedom fighter.

Criteria
The award was made in times of peace or war to members of the SADF Commandos for exceptionally diligent and outstanding service. Further conditions were that the recipient must be a South African citizen who had completed 10 years service in the SADF and who had not yet received an award for devotion to duty or diligent service. From 1970 to 1975 the award was made to officers only, the equivalent award for other ranks being the Jack Hindon medal. However the Jack Hindon medal was discontinued in 1975 and the Danie Theron medal became available for all ranks.