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In 1916 the conditions were changed to allow the MSM to be awarded to warrant officers, non-commissioned officers (NCO) and men, irrespective of length of service, who were recommended in respect of gallant conduct, not in the face of the enemy, or in saving or attempting to save the life of other personnel or for devotion to duty in a theatre of war. At this time the ribbon was changed to crimson with narrow white edges with a central white stripe. Bars could be awarded for further acts. The use of the MSM in this way ceased with the introduction of the Medal of the Order of the British Empire and the award of orders of the British Empire for gallantry and for meritorious service in 1917 and 1922 respectively. 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