The 80th Anniversary Armistice Remembrance Medal was instituted in 1998 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended the First World War on 11 November 1918. This medal recognises the surviving Australian First World War veterans and honours their service and sacrifice during the Great War.
Awarded to all surviving Australian veterans of the First World War as of 11 November 1998. The medal was presented as part of the nation’s tribute to those who had served during the war, acknowledging their role in one of the most significant events in Australian and world history.
The circular nickel-silver medal features the Crown of King George V above the word ARMISTICE, surrounded by the inscription 80TH ANNIVERSARY 1918–1998. The reverse bears a Federation Star above a laurel wreath, with the words LEST WE FORGET.
The ribbon consists of a broad central black stripe flanked by red and white stripes, representing the sombre remembrance of sacrifice (black), the blood of those who fell (red), and the hope of peace (white).
SPECIFICATIONS: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.
MagnaRack® is a revolutionary magnetic system designed to make medal and ribbon mounting easier, faster, and more secure. Whether you're in the military, a veteran, part of an emergency service, or proudly wearing a loved one's medals, MagnaRack eliminates the hassle of traditional pins that damage uniforms. The system is incredibly easy to use, perfect for those with limited dexterity, and ideal for elderly users who find small pins difficult to handle.
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