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What does this medal look like?

The medal is beautiful and shows the bird-of-paradise. This bird is a special symbol of Papua New Guinea. It hangs from a colorful ribbon that represents the pride of the nation.

Who can be awarded this medal?

This medal is for people who serve their country with great care. It is given to enlisted soldiers, sergeants, and regular workers who help the community. They earn it by working hard for a long time.

What letters do recipients use?

People who receive this honor can put two letters after their name. Those letters are 'LM'. It is a way for others to know they have been recognized for their good service.

What award did it replace?

Before this, the country used an older award from Britain called the British Empire Medal. In 2005, Papua New Guinea decided to create its own medal instead. It was a way for the country to honor its own heroes.

When was the medal founded?

The medal was created in 2005. This was a special year because the country was celebrating its 30th birthday. It became a new way to say thank you to people who do a great job.

What does this medal look like?

The medal is beautiful and shows the bird-of-paradise. This bird is a special symbol of Papua New Guinea. It hangs from a colorful ribbon that represents the pride of the nation.

Who can be awarded this medal?

This medal is for people who serve their country with great care. It is given to enlisted soldiers, sergeants, and regular workers who help the community. They earn it by working hard for a long time.

What letters do recipients use?

People who receive this honor can put two letters after their name. Those letters are 'LM'. It is a way for others to know they have been recognized for their good service.

What award did it replace?

Before this, the country used an older award from Britain called the British Empire Medal. In 2005, Papua New Guinea decided to create its own medal instead. It was a way for the country to honor its own heroes.

When was the medal founded?

The medal was created in 2005. This was a special year because the country was celebrating its 30th birthday. It became a new way to say thank you to people who do a great job.

Home Library Papua New GuineaNational Logohu Medal

Merit decoration

National Logohu Medal

A national medal presented to non-commissioned personnel and civilians for exemplary service.

Papua New Guinea Established 2005 All servicesPrecedence: Follows Member of the Order of Logohu

Medals & Awards

Awarded For

Awarded for commendable and sustained service to the community and national defense.

Eligibility

Enlisted defense personnel, non-commissioned officers, and civilian service staff.

Branch

All services

Precedence

Follows Member of the Order of Logohu

National Logohu Medal, Merit decoration, Papua New Guinea medal

History

The National Logohu Medal was established in 2005 as the medal component attached to the Order of Logohu.

It effectively replaced older British Imperial awards such as the British Empire Medal (BEM) for non-commissioned soldiers, sailors, and community leaders.

In military circles, it is widely awarded to enlisted soldiers and non-commissioned officers who demonstrate steadfast commitment, loyalty, and exceptional performance in uniform.

Frequently Asked Questions

Used In

Internal security operationsRegional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands (RAMSI)

Veterans Who Received This Award

Realistic illustration of the military medals and badges awarded to Jerry Singirok, including National Logohu Medal, Papua New Guinea Independence Medal, Papua New Guinea 10th Independence Anniversary Medal, Papua New Guinea 30th Independence Anniversary Medal, Papua New Guinea Defence Force 50th Anniversary Medal, Officer of the Order of Logohu, Grand Companion of the Order of Logohu, Distinguished Military Service Medal, Member of the Order of Logohu, shown against a light Papua New Guinea flag background. AI-generated illustration, not an authentic photograph.

Cold War

National Logohu Medal Papua New Guinea Independence Medal Papua New Guinea 10th Independence Anniversary Medal+6

Jerry Singirok

Who Was Major General Jerry Singirok?

A prominent commander of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force during a critical period of national history.

Papua New Guinea1997-03-17

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Sources

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