the Air Crew Europe Star serves as a lasting tribute to the bravery and commitment of WWII aircrews who risked everything for freedom

Awarded to recognise both military and some types of civilian service

Issued to the families of those who died as a result of their wartime service

Luftwaffe raids

Authentic ribbon colours symbolising the jungles and hardships of the Burma campaign

Conspicuous Gallantry Cross Miniature Medal Campaign_GSM Army & RAF 1918-64 the Air Crew Europe StarInstituted in 1993 as part of the restructuring of the honours system designed to remove distinction between ranks. The Royal Warrant, dated 7th February 1995 does not appear to have been published in the London Gazette. This cross replaced all previous level two awards for gallantry in action, namely CGM, CGM (Flying), DCM and the DSO (when this was awarded for gallantry).