submarines and surface vessels

Authentic ribbon colours representing the desert campaign and participating forces

Why Buy From Empire Medals

the Africa Star honours those who served with courage and resilience in one of WWII’s most iconic campaigns

If a service member had not yet qualified for the 1939–1945 Star by the war’s end

World War 2 Defence Medal (Full Size) Mounting & Naming submarines and surface vesselsDefence Medal 19391945 (Replica) The Defence Medal was awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth Armed Forces and civilians who served in non operational areas subjected to air attack or under threat during the Second World War. It recognises the vital contribution of those who worked tirelessly to protect their nations between 3 September 1939 and 8 May 1945 (Europe) and up to 2 September 1945 (the Far East). This is an officially licensed