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WWII British Africa Star Medal African Campaign North Africa

$ 5.27

Availability: 76 in stock
  • Modified Item: No
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back

    Description

    I believe this is an original medal (missing ribbon). There is a small divot on the front and back of the bottom of the medal. I found this amongst other antique items in Cape Town, South Africa, hence my belief it’s original, but please feel free to correct me. Thanks!
    Medal History
    * The Africa Star was granted for operational service in North Africa from the date of the entry of Italy into the war on 10 June 1940, up to the date of the cessation of operations against the enemy in North Africa on 12 May 1943.
    The Africa Star may also be awarded for operational service as a member of the Australian Defence Force during the Syrian Campaign in the period from 8 June 1941 to 11 July 1941.
    The Africa Star is awarded for a minimum of one days operational service in North Africa, west of the Suez Canal between 10 June 1940 and 12 May 1943 and in Syria between 8 June 1941 and 11 July 1941