Description

Offered is a full sized Replica 1939-45 War Medal, for Second World War service.

These are quality replicas, they can be worn on special occasions or framed as the purpose suits. The medal comes with a 15cm length of official Toye & Kenning (UK made) medal ribbon. This ribbon is superior quality to the Pakistani medal ribbon that is currently being sold for use.

Medal History

* The War Medal 1939-45 was awarded for 28 days full-time service in the Armed Forces between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945. Operational and non-operational service may be counted, providing that it was of 28 days or more duration.

In the Merchant Navy there is a requirement that the 28 days should have been served at sea. A member qualifies for the award where service was brought to an end by death, wounds or other disabilities due to service or by cessation of hostilities on 2 September 1945.

The War Medal 1939-45 is awarded to Australian Civilian Personnel who served afloat with the United States Army Small Ships Section between 8 December 1941 and 2 September 1945. Eligibility is the same as that for Merchant Navy personnel