Historical information

1. PM 2839 Hugh Donald Ross (Born Richmond, enlist..........) on 11.7.1940 in the RAN. Discharged on 22.7.44, Rank Able Seaman.
2. 110627 Owens Alice Mary (Nee Rudd) (born Geelong, enlist ........) on 2.8.1943 Discharged, 8.3.44. Rank Aircraft Woman.
3. 142669 Albert A Stephens (born Swan Hill, enlist...........) on 15.6.43. Discharged 21.5.45. Rank Leading Aircraftman.

Physical description

1. Silver medal with mounting. One side shows bust of King George VI. reverse side shows the UK crest. The words The Defence Medal are under the crest. No crown on King.
2. & 3. Silver medals with red, white and blue striped ribbon. One side shows crest of King George VI with crown. The reverse side shows a lion standing on a monster (Griffin)?. 1939-45.

Inscriptions & markings

1. Stamped around rim is: "PM2839 H.R.Ross".
2. Engraved around rim is: - "110622 Owens A.M".
3. Engraved around rim is : - "142669 Stephens A".