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Originally Posted by Bill A
Controversial issue. Some people in Canada are lobbying for a medal for being wounded in service. The traditional approach has been the Wound Stripe.
Sure to raise some hackles, both sides.
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I think following your southern neighbours "purple heart" would go against the traditions of Canada & GB's regiments. A wound stripe for uniform and a "Silver Wound Badge" in civvies to be worn with a medal group would be sufficient. As much as I admire and respect the lads and ladies that have paid a price for their service I do feel that service uniform modestly indicating this gives a higher respect.
I see some allied countries with masses of medals on their chest and when questioned they will be for a shooting award or "flying over a conflict zone"..... somehow this then makes their "immpressive" chest of ribbons look rediculous.