"He Died For Freedom And Honour"

The medal is very lightweight - this will indicate that it is a cast medal & not a die-struck medal

The 30 days' service does not have to be composed of consecutive days

Ideal for collecting

Following the First World War

Arctic Star gsm 1962 ni "He Died For Freedom AndThe Arctic Star was instituted to recognise the service of British and Commonwealth personnel who participated in the Arctic Convoys between 3 September 1939 and 8 May 1945. Often described as some of the most dangerous operations of the Second World War, the Arctic Convoys transported vital supplies from Britain and Allied ports to the Soviet Union through freezing seas, severe weather and constant threat from enemy aircraft, submarines and surface