My contribution to the cold war, among other things, included a very pleasant 3 years (63-6) at Akrotiri. Hard work on the Canberra Sqdn line but plenty of time off to enjoy some excellent recreation.
The day Kennedy died upped the anti a bit with all sorts of rumours, with everyone on standby at various levels for a few days.
It was said that Akrotiri was surrounded by spies, observing all the flying activity and eavesdropping.
With this in mind it seemed rather farcical that at the end of every day each Sqdn had to report to the DOO the Sqdn servicability state, over the phone. On the front of every phone there was a label which read; 'Speech on this phone is not secure!'
As for a medal...ridiculous idea!