The “War Medal 1939–1945” was awarded to those who had served full time for 28 days in the British or Commonwealth Armed forces (or Merchant Navy) between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945. It could be awarded with a ‘Bronze Oak Leaf’ to signify the recipient was mentioned in despatches, or with a ‘Silver Oak Leaf’ if the recipient was awarded the “King’s Commendation for Brave Conduct”.
The medal itself has an image of the British Lion standing over a two-headed dragon. The two heads are an eagle (representing the German and European enemies) and a dragon (representing Japan). The reverse has a crowned effigy of King George VI, and the words “GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX ET INDIAE:IMP” (=George VI by the Grace of God King of Great Britain, Emperor of India).
This particular medal was awarded to an RAF officer who served in the UK, Italy, and Africa during WW2.
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