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the Defence Medal stands as a tribute to those who defended the home front with courage and commitment

Awarded for meritorious service it also served as a third level gallantry award for services which did not merit the award of the GM or GC

The France and Germany Star was awarded to British and Commonwealth forces who took part in operations in North-West Europe between 6 June 1944 (D-Day) and 8 May 1945 (Victory in Europe Day)

The Distinguished Service Order (DSO) is a military decoration of the United Kingdom

British Empire Miniature Medal GV WW2 FS Mount & Engrave ribbon emblemsEstablished by King George V in 1922, and formally Awarded for meritorious service it also served as a third level gallantry award for services which did not merit the award of the GM or GC. It was awarded particularly for service during air raids in World War Two. entitled the Medal of The Order of The British Empire.