If a service member had not yet qualified for the 1939–1945 Star by the war’s end

The silver 'EDUCATION' bar on the ribbon is finished to match that of the medal

a distinguished tribute for those who have served or are currently serving in British or Commonwealth military or civilian services

Additional awarded for 10 years additional service are denoted by a bar attached to the ribbon

The 1939-45 Defence Medal was a campaign medal of the British Commonwealth

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