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

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

Ideal for collecting

only the individual's forenames and surname are shown

This campaign marked a turning point in the Second World War

Arctic Star gsm 1962 ni The 30 days' service doesThe 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