I would argue that there was no 'Cold War' anyway really. The term is just shorthand for the geopolitical/military tensions that existed at the time - you won't find Cold War on the Battle Honours of any RAFG Squadron. We were there to deter war, not to fight one, and essentially all most of us were doing was enhanced training. Certainly some faced more danger and hardship than others, but there are already a whole range of medals, awards, commendations and Good Shows to recognise particularly valuable service. I am pleased for all concerned that the feared war never happened, and if our efforts helped bring that about, that's thanks enough for me.