Original, un-named, in good condition, with original ribbon. Awarded to Australian Forces, British Forces, Canadian Forces and all other Commonwealth Forces for the liberation of Europe from Nazi Germany and for fighting Japanese Imperial Forces in the Pacific.
This medal would make a great addition to your, or if you are missing a genuine medal to make up your medal group.
All Australians who served in Africa, Pacific and Europe during WWII are entitled to this medal.
Award critera: The War Medal 1939?1945 was awarded to those who had served in the Armed Forces or Merchant Navy full-time for at least 28 days between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945. In the Merchant Navy, the 28 days must have been served at sea. It is sometimes described as the "Victory Medal" for World War II, although that is not its correct name