Distinguished Service Order

noun

, British Military.

1. a decoration awarded for distinguished service in action. : D.S.O.

Example Sentences

During the Kosovo campaign he was awarded the Distinguished Service Order for leadership.

From BBC

He received a number of accolades during his military career, including a Distinguished Service Order - an award given for highly successful command and leadership during active operations.

From BBC

He was appointed as a Companion of the Distinguished Service Order for his leadership on operations in Afghanistan in 2007, receiving the honour from the Queen at Buckingham Palace.

From BBC

Munro was among those who were awarded the Distinguished Service Order for his part in the attack.

From The Guardian

Mobbs was wounded twice and awarded the Distinguished Service Order, second only to the Victoria Cross.

From BBC