Yugoslavia

genealogy project

High-quality die-struck medal

the Italy Star stands as a proud reminder of the courage and endurance of those who fought to liberate Europe during WWII

The badge was intended to be worn in civilian clothes

British Empire Miniature Medal EIIR gsm 1962 YugoslaviaEstablished by King George V in 1922, and formally entitled the Medal of The Order of The British Empire. 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. From December 1957, a gallantry emblem of crossed oakleaves was established to be worn on all grades of the Order of the British