Granted in 1917 and often called the Mons Star it was awarded to all who actually served in France or Belgium on the establishment of a unit between 5th August 1914 and midnight on 22-23 November 1914

the Africa Star honours those who served with courage and resilience in one of WWII’s most iconic campaigns

The rim of the medal is slightly convex - this also indicates that it is a cast medal & not a die-struck medal

The Africa Star was awarded to British and Commonwealth forces who served in the North African campaign between 10 June 1940 and 12 May 1943

High-quality die-struck metal construction for precise detailing and long-lasting durability

British Empire Medal EIIR - Military Orders Granted in 1917 and oftenThe British Empire full size medal was established by King George V in 1922, and formally entitled the Medal of The Order of The British Empire. This is the Queen Elizabeth II version of this award.