| Defence Cross for Distinguished Service | |
|---|---|
 Ribbon of the D.C.D. | |
| Type | Decoration |
| Awarded for | Distinguished service to Rhodesia's armed forces |
| Country | Rhodesia |
| Post-nominals | D.C.D. |
| Status | No longer awarded |
| Established | 1970 |
| First awarded | 1975 |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Bronze Cross of Rhodesia |
| Equivalent | Police Cross for Distinguished Service Rhodesia Prison Cross for Distinguished Service |
| Next (lower) | Meritorious Conduct Medal |
The Defence Cross for Distinguished Service was a Rhodesian military decoration awarded for distinguished service to Rhodesia's armed forces.