Ww2 Netherlands War Cross rare to Australians was instituted on March 16th 1944. was intended for military of the Netherlands, however it was also awarded to some Australian Commandos in Dutch Timor. . After six months service .

Other services Australian personnel who had served in the Dutch East Indies like members of the RAAF were awarded this medals in recognition of their service.

The Netherlands War Cross (Oorlogsherinneringskruis) a decoration awarded for service during World War II