Celebrate bravery and sacrifice with the prestigious 1939-1945 Star, an exquisite British military medal honouring those who served valiantly in World War II. This six-pointed star symbolises courage and selflessness. Read more..
The 1939-45 Star is a prestigious British military campaign medal that was awarded to individuals who served in the armed forces during World War II. The medal was established on September 8, 1945, and was designed to recognize the bravery, dedication, and sacrifice of those who served their country during this challenging time.
Eligibility
Eligibility for the medal was based on a specific set of criteria, including serving for at least six months in an operational theatre of war between September 3, 1939, and September 2, 1945. Personnel who were awarded another campaign medal for the same period of service were not eligible for the 1939-45 Star.
Design
The 1939-45 Star is a six-pointed star made of a copper-zinc alloy. It features a central design of the King George VI cypher, surrounded with the words "THE 1939-1945 STAR." The reverse side of the medal is plain, traditionally engraved with the recipient's name and service number.
Ribbon
The ribbon of the 1939-45 Star features three vertical stripes of dark blue, red, and light blue. The stripes represent the branches of the Imperial forces - the Naval and Merchant Forces, Armies, and Air Forces.
If you order your medal unmounted, the medal and ribbon will be supplied as separate components. Miniature medals will be supplied with 15cm of ribbon and full size medals will be supplied with 30cm of ribbon.
The court mounting of medals involves securing medals to a stiff backing board, along with the placement of a brooch fitting on the board. This ensures that the medals remain firmly in place and do not shift or move about while being worn.
It is mandatory for active members of the Australian Defence Force to have their medals court mounted, as it is considered the appropriate method of presenting military honours in a professional and respectful manner. By doing so, the medals are given proper recognition and are displayed in a neat and organized fashion.The swing mounting of medals refers to the attachment of a medal to a ribbon that is allowed to hang freely from a brooch, which in turn is affixed to a uniform or clothing. This mounting style was commonly used for medals from the Boer War up to and including World War II, although there are no fixed guidelines or regulations regarding its use.
Miniature Court Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
Miniature Swing Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
A ribbon bar is a small, rectangular display of ribbons worn on military uniforms to represent various honours and awards earned by the wearer. These ribbons are arranged in a specific order and are attached to a backing, which is then attached to the uniform. Ribbon bars are a compact and convenient way for military personnel to display their achievements and are often used in situations where a full-sized medal or award would be impractical.
