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The'Bar' added to DSO indicates what?

  • He was barred from further honours

  • It's a typo

  • He received the award twice

  • He used to tend bar before the war

Answer

The'Bar' added to DSO indicates that he received the award twice. This is because the DSO is a military award that is given to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional gallantry or distinguished service in the face of the enemy. When an individual receives the DSO, they are given a medal with a bar that is placed on the ribbon of the medal.
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