In cognition of their unwavering service to EUFOR and Bosnia and Herzegovina, soldiers and civilians were presented with the European Union’s Common Security and Defence Policy Medal for Operation Althea.
Soldiers and civilians were presented medals by Commander of EUFOR, Major General László Sticz, Deputy Commander of EUFOR Brigadier General Lorenzo Dal Maso and Chief of Staff of EUFOR Brigadier General Herbert Sailer.
The medal is awarded by the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. It is tradition for the medal to be worn for the whole day after it is awarded.
During his address, COM EUFOR Major General László Sticz acknowledged the important role families play in supporting their loved ones while deployed, without such great support, mission as EUFOR would not be possible.