Historical information

1. Samar Sewa Star - Medal issued by Indian Army in 1965 for service in the war - Pakistani War of 1965.
2. 20 Years LS Medal - Awarded for 20 Years Service.
3. Sangram Medal - Awarded for Service during 71/72 War with Pakistan to Military, Police and Civilians in specified Operational Areas.
4. 9 years LS Medal - for 9 years service.
5. Independence Medal - Awarded to all members of Armed Forces serving on 15th Aug 1947 including British soldiers.
6. Pashimi Star - Issued in Indian Army for British Soldiers who served in Western Sectors.

Physical description

Six Medals unmounted with ribbon.
1. Samar Sewa Star - India.
2. 20 years Long Service Medal - India.
3. India - Sangram Medal.
4. India - 9 years Long Service Medal.
5. Indian Independence Medal 1947.
6. Paschimi Star - India.

Inscriptions & markings

1. Inscribed back "738 CT. B.A.V. Singh B.S.F."
2. Named on side "10 - 6160 A-Lt.Col N.R. Purawaee Engineers".
3. Named "88155IS M.S. Sandho A.M.C."
4. Named "110572 (?) - LNK AA BAGHAN SINGH"
5. Named "I.O 18295 S.U.BDR S.G. GORE A.S.C. (MT)"
6. Named SS - 23406 A/Capt Gurmel Singh ABTY"