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National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Medal set, Australian Defence Medal, 2006
... Medal set, Australian Defence Medal...Defence Medal... and medals from a National Serviceman. The Australian Defence Medal...Cupro-nickel Australian Defence Medal plus miniature... Newhaven gippsland Medal set, Australian Defence Medal Cupro-nickel ...From the Swainston Collection, a set of documents and medals from a National Serviceman. The Australian Defence Medal recognises Australian Defence Force personnel who have completed either an enlistment period or four years service after 3 September 1945.This is an example of the Australian Defence Medal for which all Vietnam veterans were eligible.Cupro-nickel Australian Defence Medal plus miniature of same, attached to red and white striped ribbons with black edges to represent the colours of the Flanders poppy, symbol of the Anzac spirit. Three red stripes signify Army, Air Force, Navy. Striped ribbon bar with pins forms part of set. Covering letter addressed to N E Swainston, dated '27 April 2011'. The information card about symbolism of medal and original hard black case complete the set. Front shows Commonwealth Coat of Arms surrounded by the words 'THE AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE MEDAL'. Reverse bears "FOR SERVICE' plus Crown of St Edward within a wattle wreath.'3801127 N E SWAINSTON' engraved around bottom edge of large medal.medal, defence medal, honours -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Medal, Defence Medal, abt 1945
... Defence Medal...Defence Medal...The Defence Medal was instituted to provide recognition... History Room Simpson Barracks Macleod melbourne Medal Defence ...The Defence Medal was instituted to provide recognition for specified periods of service in non-operational areas subjected to air attack or closely threatened. Eligibility The Defence Medal is awarded for six months service in a prescribed non-operational area subject to enemy air attack or closely threatened, in Australia and overseas, or for 12 months service in non-prescribed non-operational areas. Within Australia the area is the Northern Territory , north of 14 degrees 30 minutes south, and the Torres Strait Islands between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945. Overseas service includes the Middle East, east of the Suez Canal (less the period of the Syrian Campaign) or Malaya prior to the Japanese invasion on 8 December 1941. The Medal The Defence Medal is cupro-nickel, with the uncrowned effigy of King George VI on the obverse. The reverse has a conventional oak tree centrally, with a crown above, with two lions counter rampart as supporters between the dates 1939 and 1945. The base of the medal reverse has the words ‘THE DEFENCE MEDAL'. The Ribbon The Defence Medal ribbon is orange with green outer stripes, each green stripe having a black pin-stripe running down the centre. The green represents the Islands of the United Kingdom, the orange represents enemy attacks, and the black represents the black outs.Full size and miniature medals with ribbonsnildefence medal -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Medal - Defence Medal in box, c. 1945
... Defence Medal in box...defence medal... of the medal reverse has the words ‘THE DEFENCE MEDAL’. The ribbon...: printed in black ink: If undelivered, return to/Defence Medal... melbourne Defence Medal in box Medal The medal is cupro-nickel ...Charles worked in the Merchant service. After enforced retirement due to injury he was active in Civil Defence.The Defence Medal is a campaign medal instituted by the United Kingdom in May 1945, to be awarded to citizens of the British Commonwealth for both non-operational military and certain types of civilian war service during the Second World War. It was Awarded for 3 years, 360, 180 or 90 days, depending on area and nature of serviceThe medal is cupro-nickel, with the uncrowned effigy of King George VI on the obverse. The reverse has a conventional oak tree centrally, with a crown above, with two lions counter rampart as supporters between the dates 1939 and 1945. The base of the medal reverse has the words ‘THE DEFENCE MEDAL’. The ribbon is orange with green outer stripes, each green stripe having a black pin-stripe running down the centre. The green represents the Islands of the United Kingdom, the orange represents enemy attacks, and the black represents the black outs. The medal is housed in a small cardboard box. There is a loose leaf of paper with the medal which conveys salutations.Front of the box: (in black) stamp O.H.M.S. / circular stamp with English crown : OFFICIAL PAID Typewritten in blue ink: Mr. C. Page/50 High Street/Woolton/LIVERPOOL Back of the box: printed in black ink: If undelivered, return to/Defence Medal/Central Index/Home Office/Whitehall/S.W.Icharles page, medal, defence medal -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Medal - The Defence Medal 1939-1945, 1945+
... The Defence Medal 1939-1945...The Defence Medal 1939-1945 ribbon attachment fitted.... and below inscription THE DEFENCE MEDAL.... Dandenong melbourne The Defence Medal 1939-1945 Medal The Defence ...The Defence Medal 1939-1945 ribbon attachment fitted.Obverse shows King George 6th facing left. Inscribed Georgivs VI D: G; Br. OMN:Rex F: D: Ind: Imp. Reverse shows 2 standing lions with crown between with dates 1939 and 1945 and below inscription THE DEFENCE MEDAL. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Defence Medal, Circa 1945
... Defence Medal....1939 - 1945 Defence Medal complete with red /green... and below inscription THE DEFENCE MEDAL. ... Dandenong melbourne Defence Medal. 1939 - 1945 Defence Medal ...1939 - 1945 Defence Medal complete with red /green and black striped ribbon.Obverse shows King George 6th facing left. Inscribed Georgivs VI D: G; Br. OMN:Rex F: D: Ind: Imp. Reverse shows 2 standing lions with crown between with dates 1939 and 1945 and below inscription THE DEFENCE MEDAL. -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Medal - McLeish Defence Medal
... McLeish Defence Medal...The Defence Medal is awarded for six months service...World War Two Defence medal 1039-45 awarded to 162841 J... melbourne McLeish Defence Medal Medal World War Two Defence medal ...The Defence Medal is awarded for six months service in a prescribed non-operational area subject to enemy air attack or closely threatened, in Australia and overseas, or for 12 months service in non-prescribed non-operational areas. Within Australia the area is the Northern Territory, north of 14 degrees 30 minutes south, and the Torres Strait Islands between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945.World War Two Defence medal 1039-45 awarded to 162841 J McLeish.world war two, wwii, mcleish -
Clayton RSL Sub Branch
Medal, Australian Service Medal 1939 - 1945, Australian War Medal 1939 - 1945, Defence Medal, Pacific Medal 1939 -1945, Africa Star, The 1939-1945 Star
... 1939 - 1945, Defence Medal, Pacific Medal 1939 -1945, Africa...6 medals Australian Service Medal War Medal Defence Medal... 1939 - 1945, Defence Medal, Pacific Medal 1939 -1945, Africa ...JACKSON John McGregor VX 32711 6 medals Australian Service Medal War Medal Defence Medal Pacific Medal Africa Star The 1939-1945 StarVX 32711 J.McG. Jackson -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Medals, Defence Medal, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 39-45
... Defence Medal, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 39-45...L.W. Rogers 26138 - Defence Medal, War Medal and Australian...Lara RSL Sub Branch McClelland Ave Lara Medals Defence ...L.W. Rogers 26138 - Defence Medal, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 39-45 -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Medal WW2 Defence Medal, C 1950
... Medal WW2 Defence Medal...WW2 Defence Medal 1939 / 45... melbourne Medal WW2 Defence Medal WW2 Defence Medal 1939 / 45 ...WW2 Defence Medal 1939 / 45Impressed VX16821 J. P. S. Cullen -
Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub Branch
Defence Medal Kendal
... Defence Medal Kendal...Defence Medal awarded to A.P. Kendal VX56613 Part of COL042... Medal Kendal Defence Medal awarded to A.P. Kendal VX56613 Part ...Defence Medal awarded to A.P. Kendal VX56613 Part of COL042medals, ww2, army -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - Army Survey Regiment – CO’s Parade and Defence Force Service Medal Presentations, c1985
... Army Survey Regiment – CO’s Parade and Defence Force...Army Survey Regiment – CO’s Parade and Defence Force... presented the Defence Force Service Medal to retired WO1 Dave... and the presentation of the Defence Force Service Medal, at the Army Survey... Parade and Defence Force Service Medal Presentations ...These photographs were taken at a CO’s parade at the Army Survey Regiment, Bendigo in c1985. The Colonel Commandant (honorary appointment) of the Survey Corps - LTCOL Clen Sargent presented the Defence Force Service Medal to retired WO1 Dave Malligan and SGT Bill Friswell, in recognition of 15 years of efficient remunerated service.This is a set of 36 photographs of a CO’s parade and the presentation of the Defence Force Service Medal, at the Army Survey Regiment, Bendigo in c1985. The photographs were printed on photographic paper and are part of the Army Survey Regiment’s Collection. The photographs were scanned at 300 dpi. .1) to .36) - Photos, black & white, c1985.1P to .36P – There are no personnel identifiedroyal australian survey corps, rasvy, army survey regiment, army svy regt, fortuna, asr -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - Army Survey Regiment - Defence Force Service Medal Presentations, c1977
... Army Survey Regiment - Defence Force Service Medal...Army Survey Regiment - Defence Force Service Medal... presented the Defence Force Service Medal to personnel...These four colour photographs were taken at a Defence Force... goldfields Army Survey Regiment - Defence Force Service Medal ...These photographs were taken at a formal medal presentation at the Army Survey Regiment in 1977. The Director of the Survey Corps presented the Defence Force Service Medal to personnel in recognition of 15 years of efficient remunerated service, or the Clasp for 5 years of additional service.These four colour photographs were taken at a Defence Force Service Medal Presentation in c1977 at the Army Survey Regiment, Bendigo. The photographs were printed on photographic paper and are part of the Army Survey Regiment’s Collection. The photographs were scanned at 300 dpi. .1) Photo, colour, unidentified personnel .2) Photo, colour, unidentified personnel .3) Photo, colour, L to R: WO1 Roger Rix, WO1 Alex Munro, COL Jim Stedman, MAJ Peter Eddy .4) Photo, colour, L to R: WO1 Roger Rix, WO1 Alex Munro, MAJ Peter Eddy, COL Jim Stedman.1 to. 4P - no annotationsroyal australian survey corps, rasvy, army survey regiment, asr, fortuna -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - Army Survey Regiment - Defence Force Service Medal Presentations, Fortuna Villa, Bendigo, 11.12.1992
... Army Survey Regiment - Defence Force Service Medal...Army Survey Regiment - Defence Force Service Medal... McHenry presented the Defence Force Service Medal to five RA Svy... at a Defence Force Service Medal Presentation on the 11th of December...Army Survey Regiment - Defence Force Service Medal ...These five photographs were taken at a formal Army Survey Regiment medal presentation at the lakeside of Fortuna on the 11th of December 1992. The CO of the Army Survey Regiment – LTCOL Bob McHenry presented the Defence Force Service Medal to five RA Svy personnel in recognition of 15 years of efficient remunerated service. They were SSGT Greg Byers, SGT Peter Hardy, SGT Garry Kerr, SGT Laurie Justin and WO2 Rhys De Laine. LTCOL Bob McHenry was the CO of the Army Survey Regiment from 1992 to 1993.These five black & white photographs were taken at a Defence Force Service Medal Presentation on the 11th of December 1992 at the Army Survey Regiment, Bendigo. The photographs were printed on photographic paper and are part of the Army Survey Regiment’s Collection. The photographs were scanned at 300 dpi. .1) Photo, black & white, L to R: SSGT Greg Byers and LTCOL Bob McHenry. .2) Photo, black & white, L to R: SGT Peter Hardy and LTCOL Bob McHenry. .3) Photo, black & white, L to R: SGT Garry Kerr and LTCOL Bob McHenry. .4) Photo, black & white, L to R: SGT Laurie Justin and LTCOL Bob McHenry. .5) Photo, black & white, L to R: WO2 Rhys De Laine and LTCOL Bob McHenry..1 to. 5P – annotations identifying personnel and the date provided on paper.royal australian survey corps, rasvy, army survey regiment, army svy regt, fortuna, asr -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Medal - Military Medal, 1914 Star with clasp, Defence Medal, Victory Medal
... Military Medal, 1914 Star with clasp, Defence Medal... Star, 10983 Pte J Bishop R.W. FUS on Defence and Victory medals....Military Medal, 1914 Star with clasp, Defence Medal ...Group of four medals .Pte J Bishop 50/MGC on Military Medal, Not readable on 14 Star, 10983 Pte J Bishop R.W. FUS on Defence and Victory medals.world war 1, world war one, ww1, 1st aif, aif, first aif, first world war -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Australian Defence Medal
... Australian Defence Medal..., Australian Defence Medal, War Medal 1939-1945. James Robert SMART... goldfields Australian Defence Medal This object relates to James ...This object relates to James Robert SMART. He was born on 26/01/1921 in Lake Boga, VIC. James Robert served in the RAAF (19007) enlisting on, 30/05/1940 in Warracknabeal, VIC before being discharged from duties with the 1 PERSONNEL DEPOT as a RAAF Commissioned Flying Officer (FLGOFF) on 15/02/1946. James Smart was awarded the Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Australian Defence Medal, War Medal 1939-1945. James Robert SMART was not a prisoner of war.second world war (ww2), 1939 - 1945, medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Australian Defence Medal
... Australian Defence Medal..., Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Austalian Defence Medal, War... goldfields Australian Defence Medal This object relates to Jack ...This object relates to Jack Henderson BAILEY. He was born on 26/11/1914 in Footscray, VIC. Jack Henderson served in the Army (VX11617) enlisting on, 29/02/1940 in East Melbourne, VIC before being discharged from duties with the 2/6 AUST INF BATTN as a Army Non-Commissioned Private (PTE) on 16/11/1945. Jack Henderson BAILEY was a prisoner of war. His next of kin is Ida BAILEY. Jack Bailey was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Africa Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Austalian Defence Medal, War Medal 1939-1945.second world war (ww2), 1939 - 1945, medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Defence Medal
... Defence Medal... the 1939-1945 Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Defence... goldfields Defence Medal This object relates to Hugh Forrester ...This object relates to Hugh Forrester BETHUNE. He was born on 15/11/1924 in Sydney, NSW. Hugh Forrester served in the RAAF (430155) enlisting on, 01/01/1943 in Unknown before being discharged from duties with the 9 AIRCREW HOLDING UNIT as a RAAF Non-Commissioned Warrant Officer (WOFF) on 26/02/1946. Hugh Forrester BETHUNE was not a prisoner of war. Hugh Bethune was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Defence Medal, France and Germany Star, War Medal 1939-1945.medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Defence Medal
... Defence Medal... was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Defence Medal, Pacific Star, War Medal... goldfields Defence Medal This object relates to James Joseph WATSON ...This object relates to James Joseph WATSON. He was born on 24/10/1923 in Binalong, NSW. James Joseph served in the Army (NX117008) enlisting on, 19/09/1942 in Binalong, NSW before being discharged from duties with the 5 AUST PACK TRANS COY as a Army Non-Commissioned DVR (GNR) on 25/09/1944. James Joseph WATSON was not a prisoner of war. His next of kin is James WATSON. James Watson was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Defence Medal, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939-1945.second world war (ww2), 1939 - 1945, medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Australian Defence Medal
... Australian Defence Medal... 1939-1946, Australian Defence Medal, Pacific Star, War Medal... goldfields Australian Defence Medal Blue Velvet Display Tray "WW2 ...This object relates to William MANSFIELD. He was born on 27/03/1902 in Ballarat, VIC. William served in the Army (VX39853) enlisting on, 24/02/1941 in Albert Park, VIC before being discharged from duties with the 4 AUST RES MOTOR TRNSPRT COY as a Army Non-Commissioned DVR (GNR) on 14/12/1945. William MANSFIELD was not a prisoner of war. His next of kin is Clarice MANSFIELD. William Mansfield was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Australian Defence Medal, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939-1945.Blue Velvet Display Tray "WW2 Service Medals"second world war (ww2), 1939 - 1945, medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Australian Defence Medal
... Australian Defence Medal..., Australian Defence Medal, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939-1945.... goldfields Australian Defence Medal This object relates to Edward ...This object relates to Edward George BARTON. He was born on 28/03/1919 in Carlton, VIC. Edward George served in the Army (VX43714) enlisting on, 02/07/1940 in Ballarat, VIC before being discharged from duties with the 2/8 BATTALION as a Army Non-Commissioned Private (PTE) on 12/12/1945. Edward George BARTON was not a prisoner of war. His next of kin is Stella BARTON. Edward Barton was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Australian Defence Medal, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939-1945.second world war (ww2), 1939 - 1945, medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Defence Medal
... Defence Medal...-1975, Defence Medal, France and Germany Star, Korea Medal, UN... goldfields Defence Medal This object relates to Edward Gerald CAMPION ...This object relates to Edward Gerald CAMPION. He was born on 30/10/1924 in Liverpool, Lancashire, ENGLAND. Edward Gerald served in the RAN (R40903) enlisting on, 31/08/1951 in Auburn, VIC before being discharged from duties with the HMAS SYDNEY as a on 22/02/1952. Edward Gerald CAMPION was a prisoner of war. His next of kin is Josephine CAMPION (Mother). Edward Campion was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Australian Active Service Medal 1945-1975, Defence Medal, France and Germany Star, Korea Medal, UN Medal for Korea, War Medal 1939-1945.medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Defence Medal
... Defence Medal... Star, Africa Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Defence... goldfields Defence Medal This object relates to James KELYNACK. He ...This object relates to James KELYNACK. He was born on 15/10/1914 in Bendigo, VIC. James served in the Army (VX10604) enlisting on, 06/03/1940 in Brunswick, VIC before being discharged from duties with the 1 CORPS OF SIGNALS as a Army Non-Commissioned Sergeant (SGT) on 13/02/1946. James KELYNACK was not a prisoner of war. His next of kin is Herbert & Isabella KELYNACK. James Kelynack was awarded the War Medal 1939-1945, 1939-1945 Star, Africa Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Defence Medal, Pacific Star.second world war (ww2), 1939 - 1945, medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Australian Defence Medal
... Australian Defence Medal..., Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Australian Defence Medal, Pacific... goldfields Australian Defence Medal This object relates to Edmund ...This object relates to Edmund James FLYNN. He was born on 15/08/1913 in Nintingbool, VIC. Edmund James served in the Army (VX103381) enlisting on, 25/06/1942 in Nintingbool, VIC before being discharged from duties with the AACC A/L 8 AUST INF BN as a Army Non-Commissioned Private (PTE) on 04/04/1946. Edmund James FLYNN was not a prisoner of war. His next of kin is John FLYNN. Edmund Flynn was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Australian Defence Medal, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939-1945.medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Australian Defence Medal
... Australian Defence Medal..., Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Australian Defence Medal, Pacific... goldfields Australian Defence Medal This object relates to Ormond ...This object relates to Ormond Arthur JOYCE. He was born on 28/01/1917 in Campsie, NSW. Ormond Arthur served in the AMF (VX35133) enlisting on, 26/06/1940 in Camberwell, VIC before being discharged from duties with the 2/5 FIELD HYGIENE SECTION as a Army Non-Commissioned Private (PTE) on 21/12/1945. Ormond Arthur JOYCE was a prisoner of war. His next of kin is Samuel L JOYCE - Father. Ormond Joyce was awarded the War Medal 1939-1945, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Australian Defence Medal, Pacific Star, 1939-1945 Star. He was also issued with the Returned from Active Service badge.medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Highett RSL Sub Branch Inc
Medals:, Defence medal and Air Force Australia Defence
... Defence medal and Air Force Australia Defence ... Medals: Defence medal and Air Force Australia Defence A313731 K J ...A313731 K J Pike -
Charlton RSL Sub Branch
Article - Medal ribbon (only), Ribbon (only) for Australia Defence Medal
... Ribbon (only) for Australia Defence Medal...) for Australia Defence Medal Ribbons for medals ...Ribbons for medals -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Medal - Aircraftsman William H J Wyatt, WW2 Defence Medal
... WW2 Defence Medal... melbourne Aircraftsman William H J Wyatt Medal WW2 Defence Medal ... -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Medal - Medal in box, Royal Mint, Civil Defence Long Service Medal
... Civil Defence Long Service Medal ...On box: "Civil Defence Long Service Medal"... melbourne Medal in box Medal Civil Defence Long Service Medal ...Charles worked in the Merchant service. After enforced retirement due to injury he was active in Civil Defence. Donated by the estate of Mr Charles Page. Commemorative cast alloy/silver-coloured oval medal with attached ribbon and pin. One side of medal depicts profile of QEII, while the other side depicts three shields with acorns. The medal is housed in a small blue velvet lined case.On box: "Civil Defence Long Service Medal"charles page, medal, civil defence -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Memorabilia - Military Medals, 1939 to 1945
... defence medal... Medal; 1945 Defence Medal; and 1939-1945 War Medal.... WWII with ribbons. 1939-1945 Service Medal; 1945 Defence Medal ...3 Military Medals WWII with ribbons. 1939-1945 Service Medal; 1945 Defence Medal; and 1939-1945 War Medal.Medals are inscribed with VX12390. Name of recipient A.J. Bond. ww2, world war 2, war medal, defence medal, asm 1939-1945, australian service medal 1939-1945, second world war -
Bendigo Military Museum
Award - MEDAL SET, Australian Defence Force, 2006
... are”Australian defence Medal”, miniature “Australian Defence Medal...) On Box in silver colour, “THE AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE MEDAL” .2... lining are”Australian defence Medal”, miniature “Australian ...Medal issued to Margaret LAMBIE F 3492 W.R.A.A.C. Margaret married Peter Dodd, refer Cat No 2436.2P for his service details..1) White cardboard outer sleeve protector for .2) .2) Box set consisting of black outer colour case, white silk and black felt lined. Set in place in the black felt lining are”Australian defence Medal”, miniature “Australian Defence Medal”, “Australian Defence medal” ribbon. .3) Plastic bag with spare ribbon for large and small medal..1) On sleeve, “F 3492 M LAMBIE ArmyADM/(x)6147/06”. .2) On Box in silver colour, “THE AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE MEDAL” .2) On large ADF Medal, “F3492 M LAMBIE”awards, medals, w.r.a.a.c