Historical information

This replica medal was produced as part of Victoria's ANZAC Centenary

Physical description

Thick paper information card with text on both sides. The attached medal is missing

Inscriptions & markings

In 1919, Australia aged 16 and under received a silver coated medallion. For such a small object it carried a large responibilty to remind a generation of the service and sacrifice of Australians throughout the First War War. The Children's Peace Medal was a reminder that peace had been achieved but at great cost. Now 100 years on this replica medallion serves to connect Victorians to the ANZAC Centenuary teach them albout our service history and encourage them to share their stories with future generations