Certificate of Award: The South African Police Star for Distinguished Service
Major MCW Geldenhuys
Toekenningsertifikaat: Die Suid-Afrikaanse Polisiester vir Voortreflike Diens - Majoor MCW Geldenhuys
19 October, 1965
The South African Police Star for Distinguished Service was a high-ranking decoration that existed between 1963 and 1986. Originally a dual-purpose decoration for bravery and for outstanding service, it was converted into an award for senior officers only in 1979. Recipients were entitled to use the post-nominal letters SOO, standing for Stella Officii Optimi, the Latin form of the name. [Source: Wikipedia]
