So, can we not accept that this is an award to say a grand 'thank you' to both the troops and their families? These are the standards of the time. The recognition for the support of the troops' families and the understanding that their sons have given all in the pursuit of the mssion they have been given? Is it so hard to believe that HM has conceived this on her own? based upon her own opinion of the challenges facing today's military family? Have a little faith in those above politics.
Wings.