Albert Medal (Gold) – Gallantry in Saving Life on Sea World War 2 The General Service Medal 1962 The General Service Medal 1962 2007 is commonly known as the Campaign Service Medal 1962 as was awarded with a minimum of one campaign clasp (in the instance 'North Iraq & South Turkey') and it is believed that a maximum of six clasp have been awarded on one medal Instituted 19th May 1954 and awarded for gallantry or distinguished service Awarded for gallantry in saving life on land The Albert Medal in Gold for Gallantry in Saving Life on Sea was one of the United Kingdom's highest awards for civilian gallantry and life saving heroism