Historical information

The Siege of Tobruk Medal was originally available to Australian, New Zealand, British, Indian and Polish troops who saw action during the Siege of Tobruk, between April and December 1941. The medal was commissioned and issued by the Rats of Tobruk Association in 1977.
The medal was available to 18 BDE, 24 BDE, 26 BDE, 2/1 PIONEER's and other miscellaneous units. Some RAAF, Free French Air Force and Canadian personnel attached to the Royal Navy were included.This is not an official medal.

Physical description

Commemorative medal issued on the 50th Anniversary of the Siege of Tobruk, in clear plastic presentation case.
Surround. Siege of Tobruk. 1941 - 1991
50th Anniversary 1941 - 1991