Defence Medal 1939 - 1945
The Defence Medal was a campaign medal awarded to individuals who served in World War II. It was awarded to those with 3 years service at home or 6 months service overseas.
The front of the medal features George VI, with the inscription 'GEORGEIVS VI D: BR: OMN: REX F: D: IND: IMP'.
The reverse shows the Royal Crown, resting on the stump of an oak tree, flanked by a lion and a lioness. At the top left is the date 1939, and at the top right, the date 1945. The base of the medal has the words 'THE DEFENCE/MEDAL' in two lines.
Object no :
SQMD011a-d
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Dimensions :
diameter 37mm
Materials :
silver
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Copyright :
Dumfries & Galloway Council